E-Governance: A Glimpse in The Northeastern States of Assam
Abstract
“E- Governance” has emerged as an integral instrument for attaining efficiency, accountability, and transparency in governance as a result of the quick development of information technologies (ICT), which has completely changed the government’s operational environment. With an emphasis on the State of Assam and the Northeastern area, this piece of literature examines the conceptual underpinnings, implementation frameworks, and real- world applications of e-governance in India. It investigates at how national programs like the National e- Government Plan and the Digital India campaign have improved service delivery through e- District, Sadhbhavana, Kritagyata and Darpan and enabled the digital transformation of government institutions.
The research study identifies enduring issues such as poor ICT infrastructure, digital illiteracy, and connectivity gaps in rural and distant locations, while also highlighting the benefits of e-governance, such as increased accessibility, public participation and administrative efficiency. This study highlights the significance of capacity- building, infrastructure investment and inclusive policy design in achieving the full potential of e- governance by examining Assam’s advancements and technological limitations. In the culmination, the study concludes that in Northeast India, efficient e-governance can act as a stimulant for long- term socioeconomic growth and democratic participation.
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