<h1>Union Minister Invites E-commerce Companies to Join ONDC for Growth, Local Empowerment, and Fair Competition in Digital Commerce.</h1> The Union Minister announced that the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is set for rapid growth and invited all e-commerce companies to join. ONDC aims to boost local languages, products, and cultural heritage while providing equitable opportunities for small businesses and artisans. It promises to expand market access for farmers and other sectors, ensuring fair competition and better prices for consumers. The initiative, aligned with India's digital infrastructure goals, seeks to empower both buyers and sellers, fostering innovation and competition in the e-commerce ecosystem. The Minister emphasized ONDC's potential to transform digital commerce in India and globally.