India’s coastal regions, stretching thousands of kilometers, are on the frontlines of a creeping environmental crisis—saltwater intrusion. Unlike cyclones or tsunamis, this is a disaster that doesn’t...
Heatwaves in India have evolved from seasonal anomalies to one of the country’s most pressing climate emergencies. While the meteorological understanding of heatwaves has advanced significantly, facil...
The oceans, covering over 70 per cent of the Earth’s surface, have long been perceived as infinite reservoirs of resources. However, with the escalation of climate change impacts and pressures from hu...
E-governance and digitisation in Panchayati Raj institutions have a lot of potential in India, and can be successfully used to check corruption at the rural level. However, in places with low literacy...
Facilities given for digitisation of the panchayat has made it possible for the Digital Empowerment Foundation to empower the residents of Chandauli village in Alwar district with computer skills, des...
Notwithstanding the most comprehensive E-governance policy in India, Maharashtra faces several roadblocks to full digitisation. Power outages, cable thefts, and an ambiguous position as regards comput...
The future of the PRIs looks bright, with sustained proactive initiatives by the state government and continuous capacity-building interventions by the State Institute of Rural Development-Rajasthan.
E-governance and digitisation in Panchayati Raj institutions have a lot of potential in India, and can be successfully used to check corruption at the rural level. However, in places with low literacy levels, and no physical infrastructure, a lot will need to be done to put matters into place.
Facilities given for digitisation of the panchayat has made it possible for the Digital Empowerment Foundation to empower the residents of Chandauli village in Alwar district with computer skills, despite an abysmal 30-40 per cent literacy level.
Notwithstanding the most comprehensive E-governance policy in India, Maharashtra faces several roadblocks to full digitisation. Power outages, cable thefts, and an ambiguous position as regards computer operators prevent villages getting the full benefit of E-panchayats.
