What effects do new developments in communication technologies have on social fairness and rural connectivity?
India's transport infrastructure comprises 63000 km of railways, 1.15 million km of roads, 13 major ports, 7500 km of inland waterways and 148 airports. Ongoing initiatives like Bharatmala, Sagarmala and Dedicated Freight Corridors enhance connectivity, efficiency and economic growth.Transport infraRead more
India’s transport infrastructure comprises 63000 km of railways, 1.15 million km of roads, 13 major ports, 7500 km of inland waterways and 148 airports. Ongoing initiatives like Bharatmala, Sagarmala and Dedicated Freight Corridors enhance connectivity, efficiency and economic growth.Transport infrastructure plays a vital role in facilitating economic development in India by –
- Transport infrastructure enhances India’s connectivity by linking businesses, markets and people, facilitating trade, investment and economic growth through efficient movement of goods and services.
- India’s transport infrastructure boosts efficiency by reducing transit times, costs and logistics hurdles, enabling faster delivery, increased productivity and competitiveness nationwide.
- Transport infrastructure fuels India’s economic growth by stimulating trade, investment and job creation, while increasing GDP, industrial production and foreign exchange earnings significantly.
- India’s transport infrastructure generates employment through construction, operations and logistics, creating direct and indirect jobs in transportation, manufacturing and services, boosting livelihoods nationwide.
- Transport infrastructure bridges India’s regional disparities by connecting rural and urban areas, stimulating local economies and promoting inclusive growth through improved accessibility and connectivity.
India’s transport infrastructure faces challenges i.e. inadequate funding, capacity constraints, congestion, inefficiencies, land acquisition issues, environmental concerns, project delays and lack of last mile connectivity, hindering economic growth and regional development.
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India's communication technology has grown rapidly by connecting people through mobile phones, internet and social media. Initiatives like Digital India, 4G/5G networks and low cost smartphones have made information accessible nationwide. Impacts on Rural Connectivity - Advances in communication teRead more
India’s communication technology has grown rapidly by connecting people through mobile phones, internet and social media. Initiatives like Digital India, 4G/5G networks and low cost smartphones have made information accessible nationwide.
Impacts on Rural Connectivity –
Impacts on Social Equity –
Advancements in communication technology face challenges impacting rural connectivity and social equity including infrastructure gaps, digital literacy barriers, affordability issues, language limitations, cybersecurity risks and content relevance, exacerbating digital divides and social exclusions in marginalized communities.