Guwahati beggar goes digital to receive alms: WATCH VIDEO

Most traders have set up QR code scanners for digital payments, making the process easy and time-saving.

New Delhi: It has been some time now since we have gone digital, especially after demonetisation in November 2016. Since then, most traders have set up QR code scanners for digital payments, making the process easy and time-saving.

Now, a video is going viral where a visually impaired man is approaching a car with a QR code scanner attached to his shirt. The driver and the man, who is a beggar, get into a casual talk while the driver uses his phone to, what looks like, transfer money to the man.

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE

Stumbled upon a remarkable scene in bustling #Guwahati – a beggar seamlessly integrating digital transactions into his plea for help, using PhonePe! Technology truly knows no bounds.
It’s a testament to the power of technology to transcend barriers, even those of socio-economic… pic.twitter.com/7s5h5zFM5i

— Gauravv Somani (@somanigaurav) March 24, 2024

The video is shared on X by Gauravv Somani @somanigaurav with the caption: “Stumbled upon a remarkable scene in bustling #Guwahati  – a beggar seamlessly integrating digital transactions into his plea for help, using PhonePe! Technology truly knows no bounds. It’s a testament to the power of technology to transcend barriers, even those of socio-economic status. A thought-provoking moment that speaks volumes about the evolving landscape of compassion and innovation. Let’s ponder on this intriguing intersection of humanity and digital advancement. #TechInclusion #DigitalTransformation #GuwahatiStories” #DigitalIndia #Innovation #Guwahati.”

When QR code scanners were introduced to make digital transactions, it was presumed that they would be catering to the rich and the middle class. But within no time, they were visible across the markets as countless roadside tea sellers, those doing their business from hand carts, or those with no permanent place, making good use of it.

Now, did someone say Digital India?