10 essential apps for smartphone users

By Nilakshi Pathak

| Published: Monday, April 2, 2018, 16:03 [IST]

With the increase in population, it has become very difficult to handle everything manually, and that’s why the focus is so much on all the digital stuff. The government of India is trying hard to promote Digital India. It has also taken part in the initiative by launching many apps. Through these apps, one can stay easily connected with government and can even participate in their decision-making process. One should have these government apps for their convenience.

UMANG

This app brings all the information about the services of different government departments under one roof for the convenience of the citizens.

mPassport

If you want to get a passport or trying to gather information after you have already applied for permission, then this app is for you. From status tracking to finding the location of Passport Seva Kendra, you can get all the information here.

mAadhaar app

It allows you to carry your Aadhaar identity in your smartphone instead of a pocket. It is beneficial while filling eKYC.

Postinfo

Developed by Department of Posts, the Postinfo app allows you to track parcels and to search for office search. Apart from that, it will enable you to calculate interest and insurance premium.

MyGov

If as a citizen, you want to participate in governance, install this app on your device. You can drop down your ideas, suggestions, and comments here.

MySpeed (TRAI)

This app allows you to share your experience with data speed. The app analyzes your data speed and then sends the report to TRAI. You can also register complaints here if you are not satisfied with your data speed.

mKavach

mKavach is designed to provide mobile security. It is available only for the Android smartphones. Through this app, you can block the number which is trying to spam you.

Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan

All the urban local bodies are connected through this app. If you find a dirty surrounding, just click a picture and upload it to the app to see the area clean!

BHIM

It is a UPI based app for making financial transactions. You can receive and send money quickly by using BHIM. All the major banks are linked to the app for smooth operations.