150 centres. 22 States. 80 Districts. 1,50,000 Impacted. CIRC propels the vision of Digital India.
The Community Information Resource Centres (CIRCs) are community oriented robust platforms built to create information-empowered, equitable communities across the length and breadth of the country. These technology hubs aim to facilitate unrestricted digital access to knowledge, along with network support with provisions of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services in order to serve the information deprived corners of the country. By creating a holistic environment that enables skill development and capacity building, CIRC have been acting as dynamic step taken to achieve complete digital inclusion and hence partner in achieving the vision of digital India.
FOCUS AREAS
Connectivity & Access
Providing access and internet connectivity to the rural communities
I
nformation & Services
Providing access to all kinds of information and online services including digital entertainment
Participation & Governance
Enabling participatory governance and better delivery of government services
Capacity Building and Training
Facilitating education & skilling
Tele-medicine & Health
Ensuring affordable access to tele-medicine and health services
Awareness of Rights and Entitlements
Spreading awareness of rights and entitlements
Entrepreneurship & Livelihoods
Promoting entrepreneurship development and creation of livelihoods
E-commerce & Economic Inclusion
Connecting rural and semi-urban markets to global and national markets through e-commerce
Culture & Heritage Preservation
Helping to preserve and protect culture and heritage
Stories of Change
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Field Updates
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Media
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