“Bridging Inclusion with Security- A Case Study-Driven Framework for Sustainable Digital Banking in India’s Urban Centersâ€

Shreya Srinate, Iti, Dr. Leena Sharad Shimpi and Dr. Amit Kumar Singh
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Shreya Srinate: Research Scholar, Department of Commerce Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University- A Central University
Iti: Research Scholar, Department of Commerce Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University- A Central University
Dr. Leena Sharad Shimpi: Research Scholar, Department of Commerce Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University- A Central University
Dr. Amit Kumar Singh: Department of Management Studies, School of Management and Commerce, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University - A Central University

International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, 2025, vol. 14, issue 6, 609-622

Abstract: This research investigates the interplay between financial inclusion and cybersecurity in fostering sustainable digital banking adoption in India’s urban hubs, addressing a critical gap in balancing accessibility with system resilience. Through a qualitative methodology centered on case study analysis and secondary data, the study examines three pivotal cases: the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), the 2018 Cosmos Bank data breach, and the PMGDISHA digital literacy program. The UPI case highlights its transformative role in urban financial inclusion, achieving over 75% of retail digital payments by 2023, yet facing barriers like digital illiteracy and device affordability among marginalized groups. The Cosmos Bank breach exposes cybersecurity vulnerabilities, such as malware infiltration and inadequate monitoring, eroding user trust and necessitating robust technological and regulatory interventions. The PMGDISHA case underscores digital literacy’s role in bridging the urban digital divide, with a 40% increase in digital payment adoption in Delhi’s slums, though limited by infrastructure gaps. Findings reveal that UPI’s success stems from high smartphone penetration and affordable internet, while cybersecurity incidents deter adoption among low-income groups, and literacy programs require sustained engagement. The proposed framework integrates user-friendly platforms, AI-driven fraud detection, biometric authentication, data privacy laws, and expanded literacy initiatives to harmonize inclusion and security. Future research suggestions include longitudinal UPI adoption studies, blockchain integration, and comparative analyses with other emerging economies. Significance lies in providing policymakers and financial institutions with an actionable, evidence-based model to build inclusive, secure, and resilient digital banking ecosystems, aligning with India’s Digital India vision and global sustainable development goals.

Date: 2025
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