Archive · 8 Aug 2025
Goa Launches Digital Literacy Scheme for Rural Women
The Goa government has started a program to teach women in rural areas how to use smartphones and the internet.
The goal is to help them learn digital skills and feel confident in the digital world.
Women aged 18 and above who have lived in Goa for at least 15 years can participate.
Training sessions will happen in local places like schools and community halls.
The government hopes this will open up new opportunities for women and help them participate in the digital economy.
Goa launched the Mahila Digital Sashaktikaran Yojana for women.
The scheme offers digital literacy training on smartphones and online platforms.
Training will be provided to women aged 18+ residing in Goa for 15 years.
Sessions will be conducted at local venues via IT knowledge centers and entrepreneurs.
The scheme aligns with Viksit Bharat 2047 and aims to empower women digitally.
- Who
- The Goa government, led by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant.
- What
- The Mahila Digital Sashaktikaran Yojana, a digital literacy scheme for women in rural areas of Goa.
- When
- Launched on Thursday, August 8th.
- Where
- Goa.
- Why
- To equip women with digital skills and facilitate their participation in the digital economy.
- Scheme Name
- Mahila Digital Sashaktikaran Yojana
- Launched by
- Goa Government
- Target Audience
- Women in rural areas of Goa
- Training Focus
- Smartphone use, online platforms, government services
- Eligibility
- 18+ years, 15 years residency
- Duration
- Three years from notification date
