{"id":2263,"date":"2025-10-27T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T00:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readingroomz.com\/?p=2263"},"modified":"2025-10-24T18:43:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T13:13:32","slug":"national-blockchain-framework","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/readingroomz.com\/te\/national-blockchain-framework\/","title":{"rendered":"National Blockchain Framework 2025: Explained Simply"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"national-blockchain-framework\">N<strong>ational Blockchain Framework<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-92a845e99894db944186da91b4a5beb0\" style=\"color:#0045d5\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>\u0c35\u0c3f\u0c37\u0c2f \u0c38\u0c42\u0c1a\u0c3f\u0c15<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#national-blockchain-framework\">National Blockchain Framework<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#what-is-the-national-blockchain-framework-nbf\">What is the National Blockchain Framework (NBF)?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#core-components-of-the-national-blockchain-framework\">Core Components of the National Blockchain Framework<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#1-vishvasya-blockchain-stack\">1. Vishvasya Blockchain Stack<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-nbf-lite-blockchain-sandbox\">2. NBFLite \u2013 Blockchain Sandbox<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3-praamaanik-app-verification-system\">3. Praamaanik \u2013 App Verification System<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-national-blockchain-portal\">4. National Blockchain Portal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#blockchain-basics-types-and-features\">Blockchain Basics: Types and Features<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#what-is-blockchain\">What is Blockchain?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#types-of-blockchain\">Types of Blockchain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#applications-of-the-national-blockchain-framework\">Applications of the National Blockchain Framework<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#1-certificate-and-document-chain\">1. Certificate and Document Chain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-logistics-chain\">2. Logistics Chain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#2-judiciary-chain\">2. Judiciary Chain<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#3-inter-operable-criminal-justice-system-icjs\">3. Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#4-property-chain\">4. Property Chain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#strategic-roadmap-for-blockchain-adoption-in-india\">Strategic Roadmap for Blockchain Adoption in India<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#institutions-driving-blockchain-in-india\">Institutions Driving Blockchain in India<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#centre-of-excellence-co-e-in-blockchain-technology\">Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Blockchain Technology<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tra-is-role\">TRAI\u2019s Role<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#rbi-initiatives\">RBI Initiatives<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#nsd-ls-dlt-platform\">NSDL\u2019s DLT Platform<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#capacity-building-and-skill-development\">Capacity Building and Skill Development<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#skill-development-programmes\">Skill Development Programmes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#pg-diploma-in-fin-tech-blockchain-pg-dfbd\">PG Diploma in FinTech &amp; Blockchain (PG-DFBD)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#blend-by-c-dac\">BLEND by C-DAC<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#future-skills-prime\">FutureSkills PRIME<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#future-blockchain-use-cases\">Future Blockchain Use Cases<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#quick-revision-notes\">Quick Revision Notes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#r\">\u0c24\u0c30\u0c1a\u0c41\u0c17\u0c3e \u0c05\u0c21\u0c3f\u0c17\u0c47 \u0c2a\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c36\u0c4d\u0c28\u0c32\u0c41 (FAQs)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311058193\">What is the National Blockchain Framework (NBF)?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311069305\">When was the National Blockchain Framework launched?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311102427\">What is the purpose of the National Blockchain Framework?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311126686\">Who developed the National Blockchain Framework?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311147830\">What are the four main components of the National Blockchain Framework?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311176330\">What is Vishvasya Blockchain Stack?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311192268\">What is NBFLite in the National Blockchain Framework?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311212979\">What is Praamaanik?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311235292\">Which cities host the National Blockchain Framework data centres?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#faq-question-1761311262769\">What is the National Blockchain Portal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"introduction\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blockchain technology, once known mainly for cryptocurrencies, has evolved into one of the&nbsp;<strong>most transformative digital innovations<\/strong>&nbsp;of the 21st century. Unlike centralized databases,&nbsp;<strong>Blockchain provides tamper-proof, transparent, and decentralized record-keeping<\/strong>, making it ideal for governance and public trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To harness this potential, the&nbsp;<strong>Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)<\/strong>&nbsp;launched the&nbsp;<strong>National Blockchain Framework (NBF)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2014 a unified system to integrate blockchain solutions in government services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-national-blockchain-framework-nbf\"><strong>What is the National Blockchain Framework (NBF)?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>National Blockchain Framework<\/strong>&nbsp;is India\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>indigenous platform for secure and scalable digital governance<\/strong>.<br>It provides the&nbsp;<strong>infrastructure, standards, and tools<\/strong>&nbsp;to deploy blockchain technology across government departments and industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Key Detail<\/th><th>Information<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Launched by<\/strong><\/td><td>Ministry of Electronics &amp; Information Technology (MeitY)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Initiated in<\/strong><\/td><td>March 2021<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Launch<\/strong><\/td><td>4 September 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u0c2c\u0c21\u0c4d\u0c1c\u0c46\u0c1f\u0c4d<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b964.76 crore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u0c2a\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c2f\u0c4b\u0c1c\u0c28\u0c02<\/strong><\/td><td>To enable transparent, accountable, and efficient governance using blockchain technology<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"core-components-of-the-national-blockchain-framework\"><strong>Core Components of the National Blockchain Framework<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>National Blockchain Framework (NBF)<\/strong>&nbsp;consists of four major components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-vishvasya-blockchain-stack\">1. <strong>Vishvasya Blockchain Stack<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>India\u2019s\u00a0<strong>indigenous blockchain platform<\/strong>\u00a0for developing governance applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides\u00a0<strong>Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS)<\/strong>\u00a0for government entities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deployed across\u00a0<strong>NIC data centres<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0<strong>Bhubaneswar, Pune, and Hyderabad<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Built on a\u00a0<strong>permissioned blockchain layer<\/strong>\u00a0ensuring secure, verified access.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers\u00a0<strong>open APIs<\/strong>\u00a0for easy integration with e-Governance platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-nbf-lite-blockchain-sandbox\">2. <strong>NBFLite \u2013 Blockchain Sandbox<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A\u00a0<strong>sandbox version<\/strong>\u00a0of the Vishvasya stack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designed for\u00a0<strong>startups, academia, and research institutions<\/strong>\u00a0to test blockchain-based applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes\u00a0<strong>ready-to-use smart contract templates<\/strong>\u00a0for governance areas like supply chains and digital certificates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-praamaanik-app-verification-system\">3. <strong>Praamaanik \u2013 App Verification System<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An\u00a0<strong>innovative blockchain solution<\/strong>\u00a0for verifying mobile applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protects users from\u00a0<strong>fake apps and fraudulent support systems<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensures trust and authenticity in the\u00a0<strong>digital ecosystem<\/strong>\u00a0by matching app data with blockchain records.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-national-blockchain-portal\">4. <strong>National Blockchain Portal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serves as a\u00a0<strong>central hub<\/strong>\u00a0for India\u2019s blockchain strategy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promotes\u00a0<strong>standardization, interoperability, and innovation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages\u00a0<strong>cross-sector blockchain adoption<\/strong>\u00a0in governance and industry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"blockchain-basics-types-and-features\"><strong>Blockchain Basics: Types and Features<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-blockchain\"><strong>What is Blockchain?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A\u00a0blockchain\u00a0is a\u00a0distributed and immutable digital ledger\u00a0that stores data securely across multiple computers.<br>It ensures\u00a0transparency, trust, and tamper-resistance\u00a0in digital transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"types-of-blockchain\"><strong>Types of Blockchain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>\u0c1f\u0c48\u0c2a\u0c4d<\/th><th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Public Blockchain<\/strong><\/td><td>Open to all users (e.g., Bitcoin network).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Private Blockchain<\/strong><\/td><td>Restricted to selected users; used in&nbsp;<strong>government applications<\/strong>.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Consortium Blockchain<\/strong><\/td><td>Managed jointly by multiple organizations.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Hybrid Blockchain<\/strong><\/td><td>Combines features of both public and private blockchains.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"applications-of-the-national-blockchain-framework\"><strong>Applications of the National Blockchain Framework<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0National Blockchain Framework\u00a0is being used across several sectors for\u00a0document verification, logistics, judiciary, and property management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-certificate-and-document-chain\"><strong>1. Certificate and Document Chain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Developed by\u00a0<strong>NIC<\/strong>\u00a0to store and verify documents securely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over\u00a0<strong>34 crore documents<\/strong>\u00a0verified via blockchain (as of Oct 2025).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Used for\u00a0<strong>CBSE academic certificates<\/strong>, caste, income, and driving licenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-logistics-chain\">2. <strong>Logistics Chain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tracks movement of goods across stakeholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Example:\u00a0<strong>Aushada<\/strong>\u00a0(Karnataka\u2019s online medicine supply system) integrated with blockchain to ensure\u00a0<strong>drug traceability<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>authenticity<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-judiciary-chain\"><strong>2. Judiciary Chain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provides a\u00a0secure, time-stamped record\u00a0of court data and orders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enables\u00a0e-delivery of summons and bail orders, reducing manual delays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over\u00a0665 judiciary documents\u00a0verified on blockchain (as of Oct 2025).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-inter-operable-criminal-justice-system-icjs\"><strong>3. Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrates police, courts, and prisons through blockchain.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensures unified digital case management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>39,000+ ICJS documents\u00a0verified (as of Oct 2025).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-property-chain\">4. <strong>Property Chain<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Digitally records all\u00a0property transactions and land records.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevents\u00a0fraudulent ownership transfers\u00a0and reduces litigation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over\u00a034 crore property documents\u00a0verified as of October 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strategic-roadmap-for-blockchain-adoption-in-india\"><strong>Strategic Roadmap for Blockchain Adoption in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0National Strategy on Blockchain\u00a0by MeitY lays the foundation for blockchain integration across governance.<br>It focuses on policy formulation, regulatory frameworks, and institutional capacity-building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"institutions-driving-blockchain-in-india\"><strong>Institutions Driving Blockchain in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"centre-of-excellence-co-e-in-blockchain-technology\"><strong>Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Blockchain Technology<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set up by\u00a0NIC\u00a0for pilot projects, training, and consultancy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works with\u00a0Hyperledger Sawtooth, Hyperledger Fabric, and Ethereum\u00a0platforms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tra-is-role\"><strong>TRAI\u2019s Role<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrated\u00a0Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)\u00a0in telecom for\u00a0spam prevention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enabled\u00a0end-to-end tracking\u00a0of over\u00a01.13 lakh entities\u00a0(SMS origin to delivery).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rbi-initiatives\"><strong>RBI Initiatives<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using blockchain for\u00a0Digital Rupee (e\u20b9)\u00a0pilot since December 2022.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhances\u00a0payment transparency and inclusion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nsd-ls-dlt-platform\"><strong>NSDL\u2019s DLT Platform<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Introduced for\u00a0Debenture Covenant Monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensures\u00a0secure tracking of asset charges and investor protection\u00a0in capital markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"capacity-building-and-skill-development\"><strong>Capacity Building and Skill Development<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"skill-development-programmes\"><strong>Skill Development Programmes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Over\u00a0214 training programmes\u00a0conducted by MeitY\u2019s\u00a0Digital India Corporation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trained\u00a021,000+ government officials\u00a0in emerging technologies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pg-diploma-in-fin-tech-blockchain-pg-dfbd\"><strong>PG Diploma in FinTech &amp; Blockchain (PG-DFBD)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>900-hour course covering\u00a0Blockchain, FinTech, AI\/ML, and Cybersecurity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"blend-by-c-dac\"><strong>BLEND by C-DAC<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online course for engineering students to learn blockchain architecture and applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"future-skills-prime\"><strong>FutureSkills PRIME<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MeitY-supported re-skilling programme to upskill India\u2019s IT workforce in\u00a010 emerging technologies, including blockchain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"future-blockchain-use-cases\"><strong>Future Blockchain Use Cases<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India is exploring several blockchain-based\u00a0Proof of Concepts (POCs):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Land Records:<\/strong>\u00a0Secure ownership verification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blood Bank:<\/strong>\u00a0Transparent donation tracking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>GST Chain:<\/strong>\u00a0Real-time tax monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Public Distribution System (PDS):<\/strong>\u00a0Ensuring authenticity in supply chains.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The\u00a0National Blockchain Framework\u00a0marks India\u2019s\u00a0transition to a trusted digital economy.<br>By integrating\u00a0transparency, accountability, and security, it strengthens\u00a0Digital India\u00a0and\u00a0Aatmanirbhar Bharatinitiatives.<br>With continued innovation, India is set to become a\u00a0global leader in blockchain-powered governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quick-revision-notes\"><strong>Quick Revision Notes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>\u0c1f\u0c3e\u0c2a\u0c3f\u0c15\u0c4d<\/th><th>\u0c2e\u0c41\u0c16\u0c4d\u0c2f \u0c35\u0c3e\u0c38\u0c4d\u0c24\u0c35\u0c3e\u0c32\u0c41:<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Launch Date<\/td><td>4 September 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ministry<\/td><td>MeitY<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Budget<\/td><td>\u20b964.76 crore<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Core Stack<\/td><td>Vishvasya Blockchain Stack<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Key Tools<\/td><td>NBFLite, Praamaanik, National Blockchain Portal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Verified Docs<\/td><td>Over 34 crore (as of Oct 2025)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u0c21\u0c47\u0c1f\u0c3e \u0c15\u0c47\u0c02\u0c26\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c3e\u0c32\u0c41<\/td><td>Bhubaneswar, Pune, Hyderabad<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u0c2b\u0c4b\u0c15\u0c38\u0c4d<\/td><td>Transparent, scalable, and secure e-Governance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/readingroomz.com\/te\/national-blockchain-framework\/\">\u0c21\u0c48\u0c32\u0c40 \u0c15\u0c30\u0c46\u0c02\u0c1f\u0c4d \u0c05\u0c2b\u0c48\u0c30\u0c4d\u0c38\u0c4d<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"r\">\u0c24\u0c30\u0c1a\u0c41\u0c17\u0c3e \u0c05\u0c21\u0c3f\u0c17\u0c47 \u0c2a\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c36\u0c4d\u0c28\u0c32\u0c41 (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list\">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761311058193\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">What is the National Blockchain Framework (NBF)?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The\u00a0National Blockchain Framework (NBF)\u00a0is an initiative by the\u00a0Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)\u00a0to build a\u00a0secure, transparent, and scalable digital governance ecosystem\u00a0using blockchain technology.<br \/>It provides a\u00a0unified architecture\u00a0for integrating blockchain into public services.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761311069305\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question\">When was the National Blockchain Framework launched?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer\">\n\n<p>The\u00a0National Blockchain Framework\u00a0was\u00a0officially launched on 4 September 2024\u00a0with a\u00a0budget of \u20b964.76 crore. 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