The Hindu·4 min read·medium
Why tribal communities in Kerala are at the receiving end of digital disconnect
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A S Jayanth
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Tribal communities in Kerala, India, are struggling to access government services due to mandatory digital authentication requirements like Aadhaar and OTP verification. Many residents lack the necessary technology, network coverage, or accurate documentation to comply with these one-size-fits-all digital policies.
Karutha, a senior citizen from Pathrachal tribal settlement located in Edavaka grama panchayat of Mananthavady in Wayanad district of Kerala, has not been receiving foodgrains under the public distribution system (PDS) for over six months now.
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