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India’s aviation sector is set to take another major stride toward digitization and passenger convenience as four more airports prepare to roll out Digi Yatra by the end of September 2025. Sources confirm that the names of these airports will be officially revealed this week, marking a significant expansion of the paperless, biometric-driven platform. Digi Yatra, conceived as a key part of the government’s Digital Public Infrastructure initiative, is transforming airport check-ins, security clearance, and boarding into frictionless, contactless experiences.
Key Highlights: National Expansion and Recognition
Digi Yatra currently operates in 24 airports across India and has processed over 45 million seamless journeys since launch in December 2022.
The platform has surpassed 10 million downloads and averages 30,000 new users daily, reflecting both high enthusiasm and growing trust among travelers.
Digi Yatra will be awarded the Gold Medal at the National Awards for e-Governance (NAEG) in Visakhapatnam on September 22-23, 2025—recognizing its transformative impact on air travel efficiency and data security.
The four new airports, likely to include Tier 2 urban centers, are set to join the ecosystem before October, further extending the platform’s reach and paving the way for a total of 41 Digi Yatra-enabled terminals by the end of 2025.
Technology and User Experience: Self-Sovereign Identity Ecosystem
Digi Yatra leverages Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) technology, using facial biometrics for real-time identity verification and eliminating paper ID and boarding pass checks.
Passengers enroll through the Digi Yatra mobile app, linking Aadhaar-verified facial data to their flight bookings—a process designed as privacy-by-design, with decentralized, encrypted data storage and automatic deletion of biometric records after 24 hours.
The system allows for one-click entry, expedited security screening, and simplified boarding, supporting government efforts to reduce wait times, congestion, and physical contact at busy airports.
Inclusivity, Language Support, and Global Aspirations
Digi Yatra aims to support all 22 official Indian languages by year-end, ensuring passengers across India can access information and services in their preferred language.
Numerous upgrades are underway, including features tailored for senior citizens, differently-abled travelers, and families with children.
The platform is laying groundwork for its first international pilot program, which will enable the use of Digi Yatra for inbound travelers carrying e-passports.
Strategic collaborations with organizations like IATA (One-ID framework) are helping position Digi Yatra as a global benchmark for biometric-enabled airport experiences.
Broader Vision and Industry Impact
The Airports Authority of India (AAI), Digi Yatra Foundation, and private operators are steering rapid integration of the platform, with new terminals in Navi Mumbai and Jewar set to start operations as Digi Yatra-enabled from Day One.
Digi Yatra’s focus on low infrastructure overhead and rapid deployment is vital for the post-pandemic travel environment and helps accommodate India’s booming aviation growth.
By 2028, Digi Yatra aims to serve nearly 80% of all domestic travelers in India, forecasting ever-faster processing and greater convenience for millions.
Conclusion
With four new airports adopting Digi Yatra this month, India pushes further in its mission to modernize air travel—delivering privacy-protecting, seamless, and efficient journeys for passengers nationwide. As more airports join the network and international pilots loom on the horizon, Digi Yatra is poised to become a global model for digital identity in aviation, reinforcing India’s leadership in the future of travel.
Sources: Economic Times Travel, Republic World, LatestLY
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