Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Kerala Set to Become India's First Digitally Literate State
Kerala is set to be the first state in India where everyone knows how to use digital tools like smartphones.
A program called 'Digi Kerala' trained over 2 million people in digital skills.
The government launched this program to help everyone access online services and bridge the digital gap.
A survey found over 21 lakh people who needed training, and almost all of them have now completed the program.
Kerala will be declared India's first fully digitally literate state on August 21.
Around 21.87 lakh residents were trained under the 'Digi Kerala' program.
The program aimed to extend the benefits of digital revolution to all ages.
A door-to-door survey identified those lacking basic digital skills.
99.98% of identified individuals completed the digital literacy program.
- Who
- Over 21.87 lakh residents participated in the program.
- What
- Kerala will be declared India's first fully digitally literate state.
- When
- The declaration is set for August 21.
- Where
- Kerala, India
- Why
- To extend the benefits of the digital revolution to all and enable access to e-services.
- Program Name
- Digi Kerala
- Goal
- Achieve full digital literacy
- Participants Trained
- Around 21.87 lakh
- Declaration Date
- August 21
- Survey Coverage
- 83 lakh households
- Volunteer Force
- 2.57 lakh
