Sanchar Mitra Scheme

Sanchar Mitra Scheme: Recently, the Sanchar Mitra Scheme was launched nationwide by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India to empower youth as digital ambassadors and raise public awareness on key telecom issues.

• About Sanchar Mitra Scheme : Focuses on engaging student volunteers, known as Sanchar Mitras, to promote awareness on telecom-related concerns.

o Objectives to educate communities on: Digital safety, Cyber fraud prevention, Electromagnetic field radiation concerns, Responsible mobile use and digital literacy

o Participants will gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, 6G, Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber Security through structured learning and real-world projects.

o Sanchar Mitras will be trained by experts from the National Communications Academy–Technology (NCA-T) and DoT’s Media Wing.

o Community Engagement: Sanchar Mitras will conduct grassroots awareness drives, collaborate with NGOs, and work to foster informed digital behaviour in their communities.

- Volunteers will be periodically assessed on parameters such as innovation, consistency, and impact.

• Top performers may receive: Internships, Opportunities to contribute to national telecom projects, Participation in platforms like India Mobile Congress and Engagements with international standard-setting bodies like the ITU.