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The Indian Army's 4 RR unit has set up a computer lab at Little Angel School in Bhaderwah to enhance digital literacy. Students and teachers welcomed the initiative, emphasizing its importance in today's tech-driven world. The project, part of Operation Sadbhavana, aims to bridge the digital divide in rural education. Officials highlighted the Army's role in both security and community welfare programs.

Key Points: Indian Army 4 RR Sets Up Computer Lab in Bhaderwah School

  • Indian Army 4 RR launches digital literacy lab under PMGDISHA
  • Students gain access to vital computer education in rural Bhaderwah
  • Teachers praise initiative for bridging tech gap in education
  • Sadbhavana program strengthens ties between Army and local communities
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J-K: Indian Army's 4 RR establishes computer lab for students in Bhaderwah under PMGDISHA scheme

Indian Army's 4 RR establishes a digital lab under PMGDISHA to boost rural education in Bhaderwah, empowering students with tech skills.

"Our school had all the necessary facilities except computers. This lab will be a great help for our future. – Class 7 student"

Bhaderwah,August 10

The Indian Army's 4 Rashtriya Rifles unit has set up a computer lab at Little Angel School in Bhaderwah under Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) as part of its 'Sadbhavana' initiative, aiming to enhance digital literacy among rural students. Teachers and officials lauded the move, stressing the growing importance of computer education in today's AI-driven era.

A Class 7 student from Little Angel School said the new facility would fill a crucial gap in their education. "Our school had all the necessary facilities except computers. In today's time, when most things have moved online, this lab will be a great help for our future. I am grateful to the Indian Army for setting it up," she said.

Expressing her gratitude, school teacher Shilpa told ANI,"As we all know, scientific inventions are very important in the educational field today, and the computer is one of them. Today, children have a great need for computer education in which field they want to go.That's why we believe children should receive computer education from an early age. We also thank 4 RR for establishing this lab in our school."

Highlighting the significance of the move, External Relations Officer of Bhaderwah Campus, Arif Haleem Khateeb, said, "This is an era of computers and artificial intelligence... In today's time, considering the importance of computers, the Indian Army, which not only protects the people here but also carries out many programs for the benefit of the people, under the 'Sadbhavana' program. Similarly, the Indian Army's 4 RR unit gifted the computer lab to our school, Bhaderwah Campus. So we thank them."

Colonel Yogesh Chauhan, Commanding Officer of 4 Rashtriya Rifles, said,"This project was initiated last year under Operation Sadbhavana. In today's world, computers are essential, and children must learn these skills to keep pace with the times."

- ANI

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Shreya B
While I appreciate the effort, I hope there's proper follow-up on maintenance and teacher training. Many such labs in my district became useless within a year due to lack of support. The intention is good but execution matters more.
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Arjun K
Jai Hind! 🇮🇳 This is real nation-building work. When I was posted in J&K during my service, we saw how small gestures like this create big impacts. Children remembering the Army as friends, not just soldiers. Proud moment!
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Priya S
As an IT professional from a small town, I know how life-changing computer access can be. These kids now have opportunities I never had at their age. Hope they make the most of it! #DigitalIndia
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Vikram M
Operation Sadbhavana is doing great work in J&K. But media should highlight such positive stories more instead of only focusing on conflicts. There's so much good happening that goes unnoticed.
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Kavya N
My cousin teaches in a village school near Bhaderwah. She says internet connectivity is still a major challenge. Hope the government looks into this aspect too. Computers without internet are like cars without fuel.

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