Education
Karnataka expands free digital libraries with high‑speed internet in rural panchayats
The Karnataka government has opened additional equipped digital libraries with free high‑speed internet across rural panchayats to aid students preparing for competitive exams and promote reading.
The Karnataka government has launched an expansion of its free digital library initiative, making newly equipped digital libraries with high‑speed internet accessible to the public in additional rural panchayats across the state.
The move targets students in villages, providing them with online resources and study material to prepare for competitive examinations, while also encouraging a habit of reading among the broader community.
Each digital library is furnished with computers, e‑books, and internet connectivity at no cost, and is managed by the local panchayat authorities to ensure regular operation and maintenance.
Officials said the initiative aligns with the state's broader digital education strategy, aiming to bridge the urban‑rural divide in access to educational content.
The expansion is part of the ongoing effort to leverage technology for inclusive learning, and the libraries will remain open to all residents during designated hours.
The move targets students in villages, providing them with online resources and study material to prepare for competitive examinations, while also encouraging a habit of reading among the broader community.
Each digital library is furnished with computers, e‑books, and internet connectivity at no cost, and is managed by the local panchayat authorities to ensure regular operation and maintenance.
Officials said the initiative aligns with the state's broader digital education strategy, aiming to bridge the urban‑rural divide in access to educational content.
The expansion is part of the ongoing effort to leverage technology for inclusive learning, and the libraries will remain open to all residents during designated hours.