403 Role of Information Technology in Rural Development of India: An Overview

Abstract

The Government of India through its Digital India program is working to transform the country's rural economy and generate skilled employment in rural areas. It aims to develop a 'digitally empowered society and knowledge economy' but at the same time it aims to increase equity, with a special focus on rural communities. The role of information and communication technology for rural sector is becoming increasingly important. It gives an opportunity to empower and enable youth, acquire new skills, provide new employment opportunities, connect through digital mediums and benefit from government and non-government services. It paves a new and powerful way for the participation of youth in the process of development of the country.