Work on bridging the digital divide, says Jayesh Ranjan
The Hindu
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IT Secretary Jayesh Ranjan on Tuesday underscored the need for efforts aimed at bridging the digital divide.
Speaking at a programme organised by the Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) and Internet Society India, Hyderabad Chapter, the senior official said unless addressed, digital divide could lead to social and economic issues.
While also calling for measures aimed to make the process of digital adoption easier for those from small towns and rural areas as well as addressing the issue of cyber security, he said Telangana government was conscious of the challenges. The programme was organised to mark the launch of the Hyderabad Local Hub of the Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum.
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