Why in News?  

The Department of Posts (DoP) has released a comprehensive policy document for DHRUVA, a national-level Digital Address Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).  

What is DHRUVA?  

• DHRUVA aims to provide a unique digital address for every home in India.  
• It creates a secure digital environment using a geo-coded framework for sharing accurate address information.  

Objective: To establish address information management as core public infrastructure, ensuring effective governance, inclusive service delivery, and improved user experience.  

Key Components  

• Digital Postal Index Number (DIGIPIN)  
  • A 10-digit alpha-numeric code based on latitude-longitude coordinates, using geospatial data.  
  • Developed by dividing India into uniform 4x4 meter grids.  
• Digital Address Layer  
  • A user-centric, consent-based system built on DIGIPIN.  
  • Allows users to create custom address labels linked to their DIGIPIN.