CURRENT AFFAIRS
CURRENT AFFAIRS
Description
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has begun the third phase of its capacity-building courses aimed at improving government officials' digital skills. These officials are from both the central and state governments, and the training focuses on crucial digital sectors.
Key Focus Areas
The initiative attempts to increase government personnel' understanding in numerous key areas, including-
Digital Public Infrastructure (systems that deliver government services via digital platforms).
Contract and Procurement Management (how the government purchases and sells products and services).
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) (using smart technology to improve decision-making).
Managing Large Digital Transformation Projects (overseeing significant projects that use new technology).
Digital Governance (enhancing how governments use technology to assist their population).
Data management refers to the effective and secure handling of huge amounts of data.
Training Programmes Carried Out
Specialised training packages are available all throughout the country. One of these sessions, which focuses on Digital Public Infrastructure, began on September 10, 2024, in the India Habitat Centre in Delhi. This is one of several regional projects aimed at improving officials' digital skills.
The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) is in charge of this training initiative, with assistance from the National Institute for Smart Governance (NISG). These organizations are in charge of ensuring that the training is led by experts and well-organized.
Focus Of Digital Public Goods
The NeGD is working hard to promote Digital Public Goods (DPGs), which are systems that provide individuals with easy access to public services via digital channels. The training sessions are designed to assist officials manage DPG initiatives more effectively, allowing more people to benefit from digital public services.
The training includes both theoretical information (learning ideas) and practical case studies (real-world situations). Industry professionals are present to offer their knowledge. This approach ensures that officials gain a deeper understanding as well as practical skills that they may implement in their respective agencies.
About Digital Public Infrastructure
Refers to the digital systems that help provide government services and public goods, such as-
e-Governance tools are online platforms for government services.
Open data platforms (data made public to increase transparency).
Identity management systems (e.g., India's Aadhaar system, which gives citizens digital identities).
DPI promotes digital inclusion by providing access to critical services via the internet. Countries with robust DPI systems typically have higher economic growth and increased citizen participation in governance. New technologies, including as blockchain, are being integrated with DPI to improve efficiency and security.
About the Ministry Of Electronics And Information Technology (MeitY)
MeitY, established in 2016, is in charge of policies relating to information technology, e-governance, and electronics manufacturing in India. It spearheads programs like as Digital India, which seeks to create a digitally empowered society. MeitY also promotes innovation through initiatives such as Startup India, creates key regulations such as the National Digital Communications Policy, and works on cybersecurity and data protection legislation, such as the Personal Data Protection Bill. It also contributes significantly to international technology agreements and the development of skills in the electronics and information technology sectors.
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