Arunachal Pradesh

Arun ePDS: ICTs and process re-engineering for an efficient Public Distribution System in Arunachal Pradesh

CategoriesGoal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, Goal 2: Zero Hunger, Knowledge & Research, PrintTags, , ,

The practical challenges of implementing the Public Distribution System (PDS) in Arunachal Pradesh led to the conceptualisation of the Arun ePDS initiative to improve delivery through process re-engineering and use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). The first phase, currently under implementation, is already showing significant impact in reducing the pilferage of food rations. The Read More …

Small-scale mushroom cultivation

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Mushroom Development Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation in Assam, supports small-scale farmers to cultivate, produce and market mushroom as a livelihood opportunity.   Despite agriculture being the mainstay of majority of the population, farmers in the north-east region remain the most exploited in the entire workforce. Lack of access to the organised market combined with the Read More …

Model e-Villages for bridging digital divide in North East India

CategoriesGoal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Knowledge & ResearchTags, , , ,

This project aims to connect remote tribal villages of North East India with ICT infrastructure to enhance the agriculture and education sectors by creating e-literacy among the community, specifically targeting farmers and students.