Bengaluru: The University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School has unveiled a case study analyzing the transformative impact of India’s PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) digital platform on infrastructure and social development projects under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Titled “From Gridlock to Growth: How Leadership Enables India’s PRAGATI Ecosystem to Power Progress,” the study was launched on Monday at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore. The event featured a presentation by Professor Soumitra Dutta, Dean of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and the study’s lead author. A panel discussion followed, with insights shared by prominent leaders in infrastructure and governance, including Adil Zainulbhai, Chair of the Capacity Building Commission; S.N. Subrahmanyam, CMD of Larsen & Toubro; and Rishikesha Krishnan, Director of IIM Bangalore.

The study examines how PRAGATI has accelerated the implementation of 340 critical projects worth ₹17.05 lakh crore ($205 billion) since its inception in 2015. By leveraging technology for proactive governance, the platform has enabled timely interventions and efficient problem-solving for large-scale initiatives. The findings draw from extensive interviews with government officials, project managers, and field workers across India.

Speaking at the event, Professor Dutta emphasized the importance of leadership in driving digital innovation to address infrastructure bottlenecks in emerging economies. “The PRAGATI platform stands as a testament to how top-down leadership combined with technology can transform governance and foster progress,” he said.

The case study explores PRAGATI’s role as a model for other nations aiming to enhance infrastructure and governance through digital platforms. It highlights how the platform’s integration of multiple ministries and departments under one ecosystem has resolved interdepartmental gridlocks and facilitated swift decision-making.

The report is available on the Oxford Saïd Business School website.

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