**Sanchar Mitra Scheme: **

I. Core Objectives

• Empower student volunteers (Sanchar Mitras) to raise grassroots awareness on telecom issues.
• Build a digitally skilled youth workforce aligned with India’s tech ambitions.

II. Key Components

Aspect	Details
Target Audience	Students from telecom/electronics/CS/cybersecurity backgrounds
Awareness Focus	• Digital safety • Cyber fraud prevention • EMF radiation myths • Responsible mobile use
Skill Development	Training in 5G/6G, AI, cybersecurity via DoT’s NCA-T & field experts
Implementation	• Institutions selected by DoT field units • Periodic assessment of volunteers
Incentives	Internships, participation in India Mobile Congress, ITU policy work

III. Significance

• Digital India Linkage:
  • Supports BharatNet, Digital Literacy Mission.
  • Counters misinformation (e.g., 5G radiation fears).
• Human Capital Development:
  • Creates industry-ready talent for telecom R&D (6G Vision 2030).
  • Promotes Cyber Surakshit Bharat objectives.
• Governance Model:
  • Participatory approach: Students → community catalysts.