As part of India’s Digital Transformation drive, the government has been focusing on empowering youth and spreading awareness about emerging telecom technologies across the country. In July 2025, the Department of Telecommunications nationalised a volunteer movement wherein university students are trained to act as telecom ambassadors under an initiative revolving around the themes “Connect, Educate, Innovate”. This initiative, which began in institutions in Assam before expanding nationwide, is known by what name?

The correct answer is Sanchar Mitra Scheme. In News The Department of Telecommunications launched the Sanchar Mitra Scheme to mobilise youth as telecom outreach volunteers nationwide. Key Points T he Department of Telecommunications (DoT) launched the Sanchar Mitra Scheme nationwide to empower youth as digital ambassadors. The scheme operates under DoT with three pillars: Connect, Educate, Innovate First outreach session conducted at BSNL Bhawan, Guwahati involving IIT, IIIT and NIT students Student volunteers (‘Sanchar Mitras’) are trained by experts from NCA‑T and DoT’s media wing Volunteers create awareness on digital safety, cyber fraud, EMF radiation, and responsible mobile use The scheme has scaled up from pilot to nationwide implementation across 18 colleges initially Additional Information National Communications Academy‑Technology (NCA-T) is a training institution under DoT Sanchar Mitras gain exposure to emerging telecom technologies like 5G, 6G, AI, cybersecurity The scheme aims to bridge the gap between DoT and citizens through youth engagement It enhances grassroots understanding of telecom rights and responsibilities The programme reinforces India’s digital literacy and safety initiatives Ministry of Communications Union Minister - Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia