Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN) initiative aims to increase telecom connectivity in rural areas, replacing the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). It focuses on promoting telecommunication services in underserved rural, remote, and urban areas, funding research, supporting pilot projects, and introducing new telecom services and technologies. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to bridging the digital divide by targeting underserved groups and enhancing connectivity across India's diverse geographic regions.