E-governance initiatives in Punjab

Electronic governance is the use of information and communication technology for delivering government services and exchange of information. E-Governance makes working of government more efficient, responsive and transparent. Many developed countries like UK, USA, and Brazil etc. have adopted the e-governance and India is one of them. E-Governance is a web based service for local, state and national governments. Government uses these web based services by internet to serve their citizens online. Government give many online services like payment of bills, taxes etc. and citizens use the services according to their need, comfort and time. The government of India initiates the national E governance plan for the whole nation. Government of Punjab also takes initiatives for e-governance. E-Governance is helpful for increasing the government and citizen interaction, transparency and accountability in government process.