Nandan Nilekani, the architect of India's digital identity system Aadhaar, continues to drive the country's technological advancement through the development of interoperable online tools. Nilekani, who spearheaded the creation of Aadhaar nearly 30 years ago, has since facilitated the construction of a comprehensive digital infrastructure for Indian society, encompassing government services, banking, and health care.

This infrastructure, built upon Aadhaar, provides access and convenience comparable to systems in developed nations significantly smaller than India. Despite being 70 years old, Nilekani is pursuing further innovations to expand India's digital capabilities. A profile details his future objectives in the technological sector.

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