Shillong Meghalaya), Jan 18: In a hat-trick of triumph, Meghalaya has bagged three prestigious national awards for its innovative use of digital technology in governance, outshining peers across the country. The state’s remarkable achievement was recognized at the 6th Digital Transformation Summit and Awards in New Delhi, where it was feted for its excellence in geospatial technologies, public service delivery, and digital health services.
The coveted awards went to Meghalaya ONE, a unified digital platform providing citizens with seamless access to government schemes and services; the Meghalaya State Geo Portal, which harnesses AI-powered analytics to inform decision-making; and the MOTHER app, a pioneering digital health initiative that has contributed to a significant reduction in maternal deaths and infant mortality rates.
This remarkable feat underscores Meghalaya’s unwavering commitment to leveraging technology for citizen-centric governance, cementing its position as a leader in digital innovation. The state’s relentless focus on creating a robust digital ecosystem is yielding results, with initiatives that are transforming the lives of its citizens and driving sustainable development.
