'Samriddh Gram' Nominated for International WSIS Prizes 2026

WSIS Prizes 2026: Recognizing Rural Digital Excellence

The Samriddh Gram Initiative, a flagship project by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has been nominated for the prestigious WSIS (World Summit on the Information Society) Prizes 2026. This global recognition highlights India's efforts in using high-speed broadband to transform rural livelihoods.

The Samriddhi Kendra Model

• Infrastructure: Powered by BharatNet, the project establishes 'Samriddhi Kendras'—one-stop digital centers in villages.

• Services: These centers provide a range of digital services, including telemedicine, smart agriculture, e-governance, and digital education.

• Impact: The primary goal is to bridge the rural-digital divide and empower village-level entrepreneurs.

For TNPSC and IT aspirants, this is a key update under 'Information Technology' and 'Government Schemes,' showcasing the international standard of India's rural connectivity programs.