Donation Coins 1 of 777 | Why Are We Thinking About Physical Donations Again?
Published on 27 th August 2026 We swipe, scan and tap more than ever. Yet when we visit a place of worship, many of us still reach for a physical ₹10 or ₹20 note — or another denomination. Why? Nayakanti Prashant 3rd Gen Banker & Citizen Lobbyist – Bengaluru Starting Point Perhaps it is not simply about the value of the note. There is something about the physical act of giving — receiving the note, holding it, walking towards the donation box or plate, and finally letting it go. The transaction may take only a few seconds. But the experience can be deeply personal. Digital donations have their place. Physical donations have their place too. The question is not which one should replace the other. The question is whether we can make the physical donation journey better. The Observation Once the devotee lets go of that note, something interesting happens. The devotee generally do...