Bicholim, April 10: Reinforcing its commitment to Mahila Sashaktikaran through digital empowerment, the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications (DITE&C), Government of Goa, successfully conducted the inaugural training session under the Mahila Digital Sashaktikaran Yojana (MDSY) at Mulgao, Bicholim.
The initiative is being driven under the leadership of Dr. Pramod Sawant and Rohan A. Khaunte, reflecting the Government’s sustained efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive access to technology across the state. The programme also received strong support from Dr. Chandrakant Shetye, Chairman of Info Tech Corporation of Goa Ltd., and was guided by Kabir Shirgaonkar.
Organised by the Info Tech Corporation of Goa Ltd., the implementing agency for MDSY, the session witnessed the presence of key local representatives including Padmakar Malik (Zilla Panchayat Member), Suhasini Govekar (Sarpanch of Mulgao), Trupti Gaad (Panch Member), and Vidhisha Bugde (Village Level Entrepreneur).
The Mahila Digital Sashaktikaran Yojana is a flagship initiative aimed at fostering digital inclusion and enhancing skill development among women, particularly in rural areas. The programme focuses on equipping women with essential digital knowledge, enabling them to actively participate in the evolving digital ecosystem.
As part of the training, participants were introduced to the Cyber Saksharta course, designed to build foundational digital literacy. The training is being delivered through Citizen Service Centres (CSCs) and IT Knowledge Centres (ITKCs), with Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs) playing a crucial role in ensuring grassroots accessibility.
Officials from the Info Tech Corporation of Goa Ltd. elaborated on the key features of the Cyber Saksharta course, emphasizing the initiative’s role in empowering women with practical digital skills and improving access to technology.
The session saw enthusiastic participation from women in the locality, along with community members and panchayat representatives. It marked the beginning of a structured training programme aimed at strengthening digital capabilities at the grassroots level.
This initiative underscores the Government of Goa’s ongoing commitment to inclusive growth by ensuring women are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to navigate and thrive in today’s digital landscape.
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