Protean eGov Technologies has won a ₹25 crore contract to develop a digital public infrastructure (DPI) platform for Ethiopia’s agricultural sector, marking a significant international expansion for the company. The project was awarded through IIIT-Bangalore and will be executed over a 17-month period.
Project Scope and Role
Protean will act as the system integrator for the initiative, delivering programme management, engineering services, and full-scale technology implementation. The engagement aims to support Ethiopia’s agriculture ecosystem by building a unified, AI-enabled digital platform for farmers and farm operations.
Platform Features
The platform will include unique farmer and farm identifiers, consolidated crop, soil, and livestock data, and AI-based advisory services. It is designed to contribute to the development of Global Digital Public Goods for agriculture, strengthening service delivery and supporting data-driven decision-making in the sector.
Timeline and Strategic Significance
The project is scheduled for completion within 17 months and aligns with Protean eGov’s strategy to expand DPI capabilities internationally, particularly in agriculture.
Regulatory and Governance Note
Protean clarified that promoter entities have no interest in the awarding institution, ensuring the contract is not considered a related-party transaction under applicable regulations.
Financial Context
In Q2 FY26, Protean eGov reported a 14.9% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to ₹23.86 crore, with net sales rising 14% to ₹250.50 crore. The company continues to focus on citizen-centric digital infrastructure and e-governance solutions.
Summary
Protean eGov Technologies has secured a ₹25 crore contract from IIIT-Bangalore to build an AI-driven digital public infrastructure platform for Ethiopia’s agriculture sector, to be executed over 17 months. The project includes farm and farmer identification, integrated agricultural data, and AI-based advisory services. The order highlights Protean’s international expansion strategy, complementing its domestic e-governance focus, while the company continues to deliver strong financial performance with Q2 FY26 net profit up 14.9% YoY.
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