The process of setting up digital libraries in 126 gram panchayats of Ayodhya district has officially begun. These libraries will provide books and computer facilities to help students prepare for competitive examinations while staying in their villages.
Orders have already been placed with the National Book Trust (NBT) for purchasing books related to various competitive exams. Additionally, computers and other digital equipment will be procured through the GeM (Government e-Marketplace) portal. The central government has allocated ₹4 lakh for each digital library, ensuring adequate infrastructure and resources.
Block-wise Distribution of Digital Libraries
In the first phase, digital libraries will be established across the following blocks:
- Amaniganj – 14 gram panchayats
- Bikapur – 27 gram panchayats
- Haringtonganj – 12 gram panchayats
- Masodha – 4 gram panchayats
- Mawai – 20 gram panchayats
- Mayabazar – 7 gram panchayats
- Milkipur – 5 gram panchayats
- Purabazar – 6 gram panchayats
- Rudauli – 14 gram panchayats
- Sohawal – 5 gram panchayats
- Tarun – 12 gram panchayats
All selected gram panchayats have received approval from the Panchayati Directorate, and the libraries will be set up inside existing panchayat buildings.
Boost for Rural Youth and Education
District Panchayat Raj Officer Avinash Srivastava said that once these digital libraries are operational, rural youth will no longer need to migrate to cities for exam preparation. Students will be able to study, access digital resources, and prepare for competitive exams within their own villages.
This initiative is expected to play a crucial role in promoting education, digital inclusion, and equal opportunities for students from rural areas of Ayodhya.
