Project Ganga

• 10 Jun 2026

On 9th June 2026, the Government of Uttar Pradesh launched Project Ganga to provide high-speed broadband connectivity in rural areas and promote digital inclusion across the state.

• The initiative aims to ensure last-mile digital connectivity, expand access to digital services and create self-employment opportunities for rural youth.
• Under the project, a network of Digital Service Providers (DSPs) will be developed to establish and operate broadband infrastructure in villages.
• It aims to provide high-speed internet connectivity to around 20 lakh rural households across Uttar Pradesh.
• The project seeks to train and develop 8,000–10,000 Digital Service Providers and generate more than one lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities.