Tinsukia (Assam) [India], November 15 (HBTV): In a significant initiative to promote digital literacy and empower rural youth, the Spear Corps of the Indian Army has upgraded the IT lab at Mamorani Prathmik Vidyalaya, a rural school in Tinsukia district, according to an official release.

The initiative marks a major step toward bridging the digital divide in rural areas. The upgraded lab, equipped with modern computers, will provide students with access to quality digital education.

Undertaken as part of Operation Sadbhavna, the project aims to enhance digital literacy among rural students, foster skills development for future employment opportunities, and promote inclusive growth and empowerment.

According to the release, the children were overjoyed to witness the introduction of digital resources in their remote village, which has faced decades of insurgency. The school principal expressed heartfelt gratitude for the Indian Army's generous contribution.

The Army has been actively engaged in various civic action projects in Tinsukia District, focusing on education, healthcare, and infrastructure development. This initiative is part of the Army's ongoing efforts to promote digital literacy and skill development in rural areas, the release said.   

(ANI)