IT and Digital Governance
In pursuit of institutional reform and capacity enhancement, this note proposes the constitution of Six (06) thematic Schools of Excellence, aligned with the key functional areas of Panchayati Raj and Rural Development.
These Schools are envisaged as strategic institutional entities for advancing domain-specific expertise, improving delivery systems, and consolidating institutional knowledge. They will function as multi-purpose platforms for the following core mandates:
Capacity Building & Training Delivery (including ToT and field functionary training)
Policy Research & Field Engagement
Monitoring of Thematic Interventions & Sectoral Convergence
Development of Training Materials, Manuals, and Knowledge Resources
Promotion of Innovation, Documentation of Best Practices, and Institutional Learning
SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL GOVERNANCE
Name | Designation | Area of Specialization |
Shri Biju Kumar Baruah | Deputy Director | Digital Governance Ecosystems, MIS Integration, ICT for Local Governance |
Shri Udeepta Raj Brahma | Hub Engineer | ICT Integration in Panchayati Raj, GIS-Based Planning Systems |
Shri Santosh Medok | Faculty Member | Digital Capacity Building for PRI Representatives and Functionaries |
Shri Apurba Kumar Kalita | Faculty Member | Monitoring & Evaluation Frameworks under MoPR & MoRD |
Shri Dawar Moni Ojha | Faculty Member | E-Service Delivery Models and Digital Interfaces at Gaon Panchayat Level |