GeM Procurement Surpasses Rs.1.24 Tn in Q1, Eyes Global Leadership
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GeM Procurement Surpasses Rs.1.24 Tn in Q1, Eyes Global Leadership

The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has achieved a remarkable milestone by crossing Rs.1.24 trillion in procurement during the first quarter of FY24. This achievement underscores GeM's rapid growth and pivotal role in streamlining public procurement in India.

According to the latest data, the value of transactions on the GeM platform has seen a significant surge, reflecting the government's continued push towards digital procurement. This surge is attributed to increased adoption by various government departments, PSUs, and other entities, leveraging the platform's transparency and efficiency.

GeM's CEO, P.K. Singh, highlighted that this robust performance positions GeM to become the world's largest public procurement platform by the next fiscal year. The platform has been instrumental in enhancing the ease of doing business, ensuring competitive pricing, and fostering an inclusive procurement ecosystem.

The platform currently hosts a diverse range of products and services, catering to the varied needs of government buyers. It also provides a level playing field for sellers, particularly MSMEs, promoting their participation in the public procurement process. The platform's user-friendly interface, coupled with robust data analytics capabilities, ensures efficient procurement cycles and timely delivery of goods and services.

The government's focus on expanding digital infrastructure and streamlining procurement processes is expected to further bolster GeM's growth. Future enhancements to the platform, including advanced analytics, AI-driven insights, and integration with other digital government initiatives, are anticipated to drive even higher transaction volumes.

In conclusion, GeM's unprecedented growth and strategic initiatives signal a transformative shift in India's public procurement landscape, with the platform set to achieve global leadership in the near future.

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The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has achieved a remarkable milestone by crossing Rs.1.24 trillion in procurement during the first quarter of FY24. This achievement underscores GeM's rapid growth and pivotal role in streamlining public procurement in India. According to the latest data, the value of transactions on the GeM platform has seen a significant surge, reflecting the government's continued push towards digital procurement. This surge is attributed to increased adoption by various government departments, PSUs, and other entities, leveraging the platform's transparency and efficiency. GeM's CEO, P.K. Singh, highlighted that this robust performance positions GeM to become the world's largest public procurement platform by the next fiscal year. The platform has been instrumental in enhancing the ease of doing business, ensuring competitive pricing, and fostering an inclusive procurement ecosystem. The platform currently hosts a diverse range of products and services, catering to the varied needs of government buyers. It also provides a level playing field for sellers, particularly MSMEs, promoting their participation in the public procurement process. The platform's user-friendly interface, coupled with robust data analytics capabilities, ensures efficient procurement cycles and timely delivery of goods and services. The government's focus on expanding digital infrastructure and streamlining procurement processes is expected to further bolster GeM's growth. Future enhancements to the platform, including advanced analytics, AI-driven insights, and integration with other digital government initiatives, are anticipated to drive even higher transaction volumes. In conclusion, GeM's unprecedented growth and strategic initiatives signal a transformative shift in India's public procurement landscape, with the platform set to achieve global leadership in the near future.

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