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Eklavya Digital Platform

Context

Recently, the chief of the Indian Army launched an online learning platform for the Indian Army nicknamed as “Eklavya”.

Eklavya Digital Platform

Overview and Development

• Development Agencies: The platform was developed by the Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N), Gandhinagar, with support from the Directorate General of Information Systems.
• Hosting: It is hosted on the Army Data Network, ensuring secure access and a robust framework for integrating various training modules.

Features and Functionalities

• Scalable Architecture: The platform’s scalable architecture allows for the addition of numerous training establishments, facilitating a comprehensive and diverse training curriculum.
• Course Registration: Officers can enroll in multiple courses simultaneously, enhancing their learning opportunities and flexibility.
• Course Categories:
  • Pre-Course Preparatory Capsules: These online modules cover foundational aspects to streamline and enhance the quality of subsequent physical training sessions.
  • Appointment-Specific Courses: Tailored to support officers in acquiring specialized knowledge pertinent to their specific roles within the Army.
  • Professional Development Suite: Offers advanced courses in strategic thinking, leadership, emerging technologies, and other critical military competencies.

Strategic Impact

• Decade of Transformation: This initiative aligns with the Indian Army’s vision for the “Decade of Transformation” and the “Year of Technology Absorption” for 2024, emphasizing the role of technology in modern military practices.
• Knowledge Highway: The platform also features a searchable database of journals, research papers, and articles, serving as a comprehensive resource for ongoing education and information dissemination.

Goals and Objectives

• Continuous Education: Promotes ongoing professional development, ensuring that officers remain well-informed and proficient in contemporary military strategies and technologies.
• Course Optimization: Aims to decongest physical training programs by transferring basic training components online, thereby enriching on-site training with more focused and application-oriented content.
• Specialization and Preparedness: Prepares officers for specialist roles and enhances their capabilities in domain-specific areas, crucial for operational effectiveness.