What is ONDC Network? How is it different from other e-commerce platforms?

Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is a government-led initiative designed to create an open, fair, and accessible digital commerce ecosystem in India. It allows sellers to reach buyers across the country while promoting inclusivity and transparency.

Unlike traditional e-commerce platforms, ONDC offers:

• Transparency in transactions
• Lower operational costs, making it more affordable for both buyers and sellers

What sets ONDC apart from other e-commerce platforms is its interoperability. Sellers can use any seller application to list their products, and those products will appear on all buyer applications registered on the ONDC network, creating a unified marketplace.