Uttar Pradesh eovemment Launches “Project GANGA” to Provide High-Speed Intemet in Rural Areas

• Uttar Pradesh Government has launched Project GANGA to expand high-speed internet connectivity in rural areas of the state.
• The initiative aims to strengthen digital infrastructure and ensure better access to online services for villages.
• The agreement will be signed between the State Transformation Commission, Uttar Pradesh, and ONEOTT iNTERTAINMENT Limited (OIL)-a subsidiary of the Hinduja Group.
• The project plans to empower 8,000 to 10,000 local entrepreneurs at the Nyaya Panchayat level, enabling them to operate as independent Digital Service Providers (DSPs).

Key Highlights:

• The project focuses on providing reliable high-speed internet connectivity in rural and remote areas.
• It will improve digital access for education, healthcare, governance, and business services in villages.
• The initiative supports the broader vision of Digital India and rural digital empowerment.

Objectives of Project GANGA

• Bridge the digital divide between urban and rural areas.
• Enable online education and digital learning platforms for students in villages.
• Improve access to e-governance services for rural citizens.
• Support digital payments, startups, and rural entrepreneurship.