The Metaverse Revolution: Unveiling India's Socio-Economic Transformation

Abstract

The metaverse, an immersive a virtual world where people can live, work, shop, learn, and interact, is anticipated to revolutionize how we engage with technology and each other. By merging physical and digital realities through technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI), the metaverse offers unprecedented opportunities for connection, communication, and collaboration across boundaries.

This paper investigates the potential effects of the metaverse in India, focusing on socio-economic impacts, technological advancements, and regulatory challenges. It explores how the metaverse could reshape critical sectors such as education, healthcare, business, and entertainment. By analyzing current trends and projecting future developments, the study highlights both the opportunities and challenges in India's journey toward embracing this transformative technology.

Country : India

1 P. D. Jadhav2 Mehraj Khan3 Mayuri Mahajan

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of MCA, MET’s Institute of Engineering, Nashik, Maharashtra, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of MCA, MET’s Institute of Engineering, Nashik, Maharashtra, India
  3. PG Student, Department of MCA, MET’s Institute of Engineering, Nashik, Maharashtra, India

IRJIET, Volume 9, Issue 7, July 2025 pp. 65-70

doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2025.907007

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