In India, it is crucial to carry documents such as a driving licence, third-party insurance, and others to safeguard yourself from paying penalties. Therefore, in order to offer you a hassle-free travelling experience, the government of India launched digital applications —Digilocker and mParivahan—that enable you to store documents digitally. In this article, we’ll help you understand the meaning and benefits of Digilocker and mParivahan, along with the process of storing documents in them. 

Meaning And Benefits Of Digilocker 

The Digilocker service operated by the Ministry of Communications & IT lets you store all your documents, such as school and college mark sheets, ID proofs, insurance documents, and much more, under one roof. As a result, you can enjoy peaceful travel without worrying about keeping an eye on the physical documents so they don’t get misplaced. Some of the benefits of Digilocker are mentioned below. 

• User-friendly Interface:

Both the Digi locker app and website are simple and easy to use. Even if you have little technical knowledge, you can use the platform to store your necessary documents without any hassle. 

• Access Anytime Anywhere: 

With DigiLocker, you can access your documents anywhere, anytime. Therefore, it makes it convenient for people to travel freely anywhere without worrying about misplacing original documents. 

• Ensure Safety and Security: 

DigiLocker keeps your documents safe and secure from any kind of fraud. In order to access your cloud storage service, first, you need to enter an OTP received to the number to which your aadhar card is linked.

• Access Documents Quickly: 

You can access your documents as quickly as a lightning bolt. Therefore, in case you are caught by traffic police, simply by logging into your DigiLocker account, you will be able to present all your documents. 

How To Store Documents In DigiLocker? 

Listed below are steps to follow for storing your documents in digital format on DigiLocker. 

1. Download the “DigiLocker Application” on your mobile device. 
2. Complete the Aadhar Card verification and log in to your account. 
3. Look for the document you want to save using the search option.
4. Choose the document you want to save and enter the necessary information.
5. The app will immediately download the chosen document.
6. You can check your downloads under the “Issued” tab. 

Meaning And Benefits Of mParivahan

In 2017, the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways introduced the mParivahan smartphone application that provides a variety of transportation services. Besides storing all vehicle documents, you can use the app to apply for a driving license or register a vehicle online. Some of the benefits of mParivahan are mentioned below. 

• Store Documents Online: 

Just like Digilocker, the mParivahan app enables you to store important vehicle documents digitally. Moreover, you can create virtual licence plates and registration certificates for all of your vehicles with the app. Digital documents are acceptable and valid for verification purposes and can be useful during normal traffic checks. 

• Use In Your Native Language:

The mParivahan application is available in a wide range of regional languages. Therefore, it increases its accessibility to a larger segment of the Indian population who are less fluent in the English language.

• Free of Cost: 

You can download the mParivahan application from the Google Play store for free. Moreover, iOS users can also get the app from the app store. Besides saving money, it will also help you save time by standing in long queues to apply for a driving licence. 

• Easy To Use: 

Using the mParivahan app is simple and easy to use. Simply enter the required details and log in to your account. As a result, you will get access to all the features of the app without any hassle. 

How To Store Documents In mParivahan? 

Here are the steps that you need to follow to store documents in the mParivahan application. 

1. Download the Next Gen mParivahan app on your mobile device. 
2. Using your mobile number and MPIN, sign up or log into the app.
3. On the app's home screen, click the 'My Virtual RC' icon.
4. Create a Virtual RC by filling in all the necessary information and completing the process.
5. The registration document of your vehicle will be instantly saved on the app.

You can follow the same steps to store your virtual driving licence or bike insurance policy digitally on the mParivahan application. 

Conclusion

Digitalization has made our lives much easier and more convenient. Unlike the old-school way, now you can carry all your documents digitally. The government of India took this initiative under the campaign “Digital India”. You can choose between DigiLocker and mParivahan to keep your documents close to you at all times.

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