In a respite to travellers, India has extended its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) services to Sri Lanka and Mauritius to facilitate smooth transactions abroad. The expansion of UPI services is expected to influence Indian tourists' destination preferences, prioritising locations where UPI is accepted.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the significance of this development, characterising it as a pivotal moment that aligns historical ties with modern digital technology. He highlighted the transformative impact of digital public infrastructure in India, emphasising its role in revolutionising the nation.