In a significant stride for India’s digital public infrastructure, LTIMindtree, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company and a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro Limited, has been awarded a substantial mandate worth ₹792 Crore by the Government of India’s Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).
This pivotal project, known as PAN 2.0, is set to fundamentally transform India’s Permanent Account Number (PAN) infrastructure.
As a crucial Government to Citizen (G2C) initiative, the PAN 2.0 project is designed to consolidate all PAN and TAN (Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number) services into a single, highly streamlined digital platform, thereby simplifying access and management of one of India’s core financial identity systems for both citizens and businesses alike.
This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing service delivery through digital channels, aligning with its broader e-governance strategy.
For this ambitious PAN 2.0 mandate, LTIMindtree will undertake a comprehensive role, encompassing the design, build, and operation of the entire technological backbone. This includes the crucial elements of infrastructure, robust security protocols, advanced automation, and ongoing operational management.
This encompasses the entire process from application and validation to printing and dispatch, all facilitated through a user-friendly and intuitive platform. The integration of artificial intelligence is poised to introduce smarter processes and stronger safeguards, significantly improving the overall efficiency and transparency of tax identity services across the nation.
The extensive scope of this project further highlights its transformative potential. LTIMindtree will be responsible for migrating existing PAN data, a process that will incorporate AI-led deduplication to ensure data integrity and efficiency.
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A key aspect involves the secure integration of this data with the Aadhaar Data Vault, creating a more cohesive and secure identity management system.
Essential infrastructure components will be established, including a robust Data Centre (DC), a resilient Disaster Recovery (DR) site, a dedicated Network Operations Centre (NOC), and a sophisticated Security Operations Centre (SOC).
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Operational Facilities and Citizen Support
Furthermore, the project entails setting up operational facilities within Income Tax Department (ITD) premises, along with establishing a comprehensive call centre, a multilingual helpdesk, and a dedicated grievance redressal system to provide robust citizen support.
Long-Term Commitment to Quality and Reliability
The company’s long-term commitment also extends to managing audit and certification processes to ensure stringent compliance and quality assurance, alongside providing ongoing operations and maintenance to guarantee the platform remains reliable, secure, and highly scalable.
CEO’s Statement on the PAN 2.0 Project
Venu Lambu, CEO and Managing Director, LTIMindtree, expressed the company’s profound honour in being entrusted with this significant endeavour, stating, “We’re honoured to be entrusted with building this next-generation platform”.
He further articulated that PAN 2.0 represents a flagship opportunity to demonstrate how AI and technology can significantly elevate the everyday experience of citizens. This project, he noted, not only strengthens LTIMindtree’s enduring partnership with the Government of India but also reflects a shared, unwavering commitment to building a resilient, future-ready public digital infrastructure for the nation.
Strategic Rollout and Digital Transformation Impact
With its strategic rollout planned over the next 18 months, PAN 2.0 is poised to significantly enhance the efficiency and transparency of tax identity services in India, marking a pivotal moment in the country’s digital journey.
Beyond the immediate operational upgrades, the project unequivocally reinforces the government’s broader digital transformation strategy, aiming to introduce smarter processes, stronger safeguards, and improved access for millions of users across the country.
LTIMindtree’s Expertise in Driving Digital Excellence
The company brings extensive domain and technology expertise to help drive superior competitive differentiation, customer experiences, and business outcomes in an increasingly converging world.
Regulatory Communication and Compliance
This significant business award was formally communicated to the public and regulatory bodies through a Press Release titled “LTIMindtree Awarded PAN 2.0 Project”. This document was submitted for public dissemination and for the official records of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE Symbol: LTIM) and The BSE Limited (BSE Scrip Code: 540005).
The regulatory filing was diligently signed off by Angna Arora, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer for LTIMindtree Limited, ensuring transparency and compliance with all necessary disclosure requirements.
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