Samriddh Gram Latest News
Recently, the Department of Telecommunications’ (DoT) Samriddh Gram has won the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026 under Action Line C6 – Enabling Environment.
About Samriddh Gram
- It is a flagship rural digital transformation initiative of the Department of Telecommunications built on the BharatNet network.
- Objective: It is envisaged as a pioneering phygital (physical + digital) Services model integrating on-ground presence with robust digital infrastructure to empower rural citizens.
- It is aimed at transforming rural India through a seamless integration of physical and digital services.
- At the heart of the initiative are Samriddhi Kendras, established as one-stop village-level hubs delivering integrated phygital services by combining reliable telecom connectivity, digital platforms and assisted physical service delivery.
- The Samriddhi Kendras will deliver a comprehensive suite of services
- Education & Skilling: Smart classrooms, AR/VR-based learning, and digital skilling aligned with government schemes/initiatives.
- Agriculture: IoT-based soil testing, drone support, and smart irrigation systems.
- Healthcare: Teleconsultations, Health ATMs, and emergency care.
- e-Governance: Assisted access to citizen services, documentation, and grievance redressal.
- E-Commerce: Integration with ONDC and digital marketplaces for local entrepreneurship.
- Financial Inclusion: Digital banking and payments
- Connectivity Backbone: Strengthened BharatNet FTTH with a Village Area Network and public Wi-Fi hotspots.
Source: DD News
Last updated on July, 2026
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