Kerala has created history by becoming the first fully digitally literate State in India, marking the successful completion of the Digi Kerala project’s first phase. The programme surveyed 1.5 crore people, identifying 21.88 lakh digitally illiterate citizens—of which 99.98% were trained and certified, ensuring inclusivity across all sections of society.
The initiative empowered citizens with essential digital skills, enabling access to welfare schemes, e-governance services, and financial inclusion platforms. Even senior citizens, like 104-year-old M.A. Abdullah Moulavi Baqavi, participated, showcasing its reach and accessibility.
By bridging the digital divide, Kerala has strengthened digital democracy, transparency, and socio-economic empowerment, while also building resilience for crises like pandemics and disasters. The State now stands as a model for the Digital India mission, proving that grassroots training can truly transform governance and livelihoods.
