India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2020
“Telecom penetration is going to be essential for SDG. In fact, SDG always has digital growth at the background. Dept of communication will come up with schemes that address the issues. “- Dr. Archana G. Gulati Joint Secretary Digital Communications, NITI Aayog
This article highlights it’s importace.
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-editorials/shes-offline-nfhs-data-shows-an-injurious-digital-divide/
I know first hand what a difference it can make to rural lives, especially women. Please see my article here.