About Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project:
- It is aimed at transforming rural India through a seamless integration of physical and digital services.
- It is a pioneering phygital (physical + digital) Services model integrating on-ground presence with robust digital infrastructure to empower rural citizens.
- It leverages BharatNet connectivity to deliver essential services seamlessly and sustainably.
- Features of Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project:
- Under this initiative three villages have been identified namely, Ari & Umri in Madhya Pradesh, Narakoduru in Andhra Pradesh, and Chaurawala in Uttar Pradesh.
- Each village will host a Samriddhi Kendra which will serve as an integrated digital service hub.
- The Samriddhi Kendras will deliver a comprehensive suite of services:
- Education & Skilling: Smart classrooms, AR/VR-based learning, and digital skilling aligned with government schemes/initiatives.
- Agriculture: IoT-based soil testing, drone support, and smart irrigation systems.
- Healthcare: Teleconsultations, Health ATMs, and emergency care.
- e-Governance: Assisted access to citizen services, documentation, and grievance redressal.
- E-Commerce: Integration with ONDC and digital marketplaces for local entrepreneurship.
- Financial Inclusion: Digital banking and payments
- Connectivity Backbone: Strengthened BharatNet FTTH with a Village Area Network and public Wi-Fi hotspots.
