Amit Shah Joins Swadeshi Tech Push, Switches To Homegrown Zoho Mail

New Delhi, October 8 (TNA) Union Home Minister Amit Shah has sparked a major trend on X by announcing his switch from Gmail to the Indian-made Zoho Mail platform. In a post on X, Shah shared his new official email address, amitshah.bjp@zohomail.in, urging everyone to use the new ID for future correspondence.

This move underscores the government’s increasing emphasis on adopting homegrown digital platforms, as seen in initiatives such as Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Zoho Mail, developed by Chennai-based Zoho Corporation, is a privacy-focused, ad-free email service gaining popularity among businesses and officials alike. Shah’s endorsement has boosted the platform’s visibility, resonating with the “vocal for local” spirit and raising discussions on digital sovereignty and data privacy in India.

The trend around Gmail and Zoho exploded on X following Shah’s announcement, reflecting broad public interest in India’s indigenous tech solutions.