Internet kiosks for rural communities: using ICT platforms for reducing digital divide

B. Bowonder, Gopi Boddu · 2005 · International Journal of Services Technology and Management

Summary. Rural communities in India gained internet access through wireless ICT kiosks operated via public-private partnerships. Systematic skill development and local entrepreneurs proved critical to adoption and sustained operation. The platform enabled diverse innovative applications and demonstrated that public-private partnerships can effectively reduce digital divides in areas requiring large-scale infrastructure investment.

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  journal = {International Journal of Services Technology and Management},
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DOI

10.1504/ijstm.2005.007415

Countries

India

Regions

Asia

Categories

broadband-and-digital, entrepreneurship, policy

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2026-04-28