NIXI Day Celebrated ; 20 Years of Empowering India’s Digital Backbone
Goa TV 24 News Technology Desk
India marks 20 years of NIXI (National Internet Exchange of India), celebrating its role in building a fast, safe, and resilient internet.
From UPI payments to online education and telemedicine, NIXI’s 77 Internet Exchange Points ensure local routing, cybersecurity, and speed.
NIXI was pivotal during the COVID-19 pandemic, enabling continuity in healthcare, governance, and education.
Through IRINN, NIXI is pushing India’s transition to IPv6 and supporting domains in .IN and .भारत.
It plays a key role in digital inclusion, supporting small ISPs and expanding access in rural and remote areas.
CEO Dr. Devesh Tyagi emphasized building a trustworthy and future-ready internet, highlighting goals like AI-powered routing and vernacular domain adoption.
NIXI remains a silent force powering India’s growth in the digital economy and preparing the country for the future of 5G, AI, and quantum tech.
