Write on (i) Communications and remote sensing (ii) Influence of Information Technology on Indian Rural…

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Write on (i) Communications and remote sensing (ii) Influence of Information Technology on Indian Rural Sector.

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Communications and remote sensing, led by ISRO's Bhuvan portal and 473 Village Resource Centres, support crop insurance, flood assessment and watershed planning in rural India. IT has transformed the rural sector through eNAM, telemedicine, digital land records and BharatNet, though only 28% of rural women use the internet.

**Introduction**

Communications and remote sensing technologies are pivotal in rural India’s development, improving agriculture, governance, and service delivery. These technologies help bridge the urban-rural divide, enabling better resource management and enhancing livelihoods for over 65% of the population living in rural areas.

**Institutional Framework and Capacity**

1. **ISRO’s Remote Sensing Applications**: ISRO’s Bhuvan portal aids flood damage assessment and precision agriculture, supporting schemes like Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana⟦1⟧ (PMFBY). It also facilitates data-driven decision-making in rural resource management.  
2. **Digital Infrastructure⟦2⟧ Expansion**: BharatNet has connected over 2.15 lakh Gram Panchayats with optical fibre, enhancing internet access in ==Andhra Pradesh== and facilitating e-governance. This connectivity supports Village Resource Centres that empower rural communities with geospatial data and digital services.

**Sectoral Outcomes and Challenges**

1. **Agricultural Market Access and Healthcare**: eNAM enables farmers in ==Andhra Pradesh== to access real-time prices and connect directly with markets, improving incomes. The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission extends healthcare via telemedicine and digital health records, increasing access in remote villages.  
2. **Digital Divide and Infrastructure Gaps**: Rural internet penetration is 60.46%⟦3⟧, with only 28% of rural women online; power supply and digital literacy remain challenges in ==Andhra Pradesh==. Additionally, limited last-mile connectivity and gender disparities restrict the full benefits of IT in rural empowerment.

**Way Forward**

1. **Promote Digital Literacy**: Target women and marginalized groups in rural ==Andhra Pradesh== through focused programs like PMGDISHA to bridge the digital divide and enhance inclusive participation.

**Conclusion**

Strengthening digital access and skills is essential for sustainable rural transformation, enabling improved agriculture, governance, and social services that drive inclusive growth.

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