NIXI day: Empowering India’s Internet since 2003

The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) celebrates NIXI Day, marking over two decades of dedicated service to the nation. Since its inception, NIXI has quietly powered India’s digital growth, building the foundational infrastructure that keeps us connected every day.

Established on June 19^th, 2003, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), NIXI was created with a clear purpose: to keep India’s internet traffic local, efficient, and secure. Over the years, this vision has grown into a vital national mission that continues to support India’s journey toward a digitally confident future.

Most people enjoy apps and content online without thinking about the systems working behind the scenes. NIXI is the invisible force making it all possible, reducing delays, improving stability during emergencies, and protecting the data that powers essential services like banking, education, and healthcare.

Today, NIXI operates 77 Internet Exchange Points across India ...