Breaking News: Government Unveils Groundbreaking ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ Rules Under Telecom Act 2023 – Transforming India’s Digital Landscape!
The government has issued a notification bringing the first set of rules under the Telecom Act 2023, termed ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi,’ into effect. Replacing the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), the Digital Bharat Nidhi aims to enhance telecom connectivity, specifically targeting rural and underserved areas of the country.
According to the notification, the Digital Bharat Nidhi will provide funding to implementers for carrying out various schemes and projects, aligning with the fund’s objectives. Significantly, it will support initiatives designed to improve access to telecommunication services for underserved societal groups, including women, persons with disabilities, and economically and socially weaker sections.
This new initiative is a strategic move by the Centre to ensure comprehensive connectivity and integration of these regions into India’s broader mission of becoming a global telecommunications leader. The Digital Bharat Nidhi underscores the government’s commitment to fostering inclusive digital growth and bridging the connectivity gap in disadvantaged areas.
The introduction of the Digital Bharat Nidhi marks a pivotal shift in India’s telecom policy, promising to bring the benefits of digital connectivity to the farthest corners of the nation.
Original Story https://www.newsonair.gov.in/government-issues-notification-for-1st-set-of-rules-under-telecom-act-2023-known-as-digital-bharat-nidhi/
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