Digital Transformation in Rural Governance: A Case Study

International Journal of Emerging Research in Science, Engineering, and Management
Vol. 1, Issue 1, pp. 15-21, July 2025.

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Digital Transformation in Rural Governance: A Case Study

B.R.Kumar

Sivunigunta Rajesh

Nadendla Anil Kumar Chowdari

T.Sree Lakshmi

Professor & Director, Department of MBA, Andhra Loyola College, Vijayawada, India.

Assistant Professor, Department of ECE, Gokula Krishna College of Engineering, Sullurpet, India.

Assistant Professor, Department of CSE, Narayana Engineering College, Gudur, India.

Associate Professor, Department of CSE, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Tirupati, India.

Abstract: Digital transformation has emerged as a powerful force in reshaping the landscape of rural governance, fostering transparency, accountability, citizen engagement, and socio-economic development. This paper investigates the evolving paradigm of rural governance in the context of digital advancements, drawing insights from recent empirical studies, simulation models, and policy evaluations. The literature underscores that the integration of digital infrastructure, inclusive finance, and data-driven governance mechanisms significantly contributes to rural revitalization, energy poverty alleviation, and urban-rural integration. Multiple studies emphasize the role of enabling policies, digital competency of rural functionaries, and tailored interventions suited to regional heterogeneity. Moreover, the Technology-Organization-Environment (TOE) framework and fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) methods have been effectively employed to identify critical success factors in digital rural governance. This paper presents a synthesis of key findings and proposes a case study approach to analyze the effectiveness of digital interventions in rural governance in a selected region. The study aims to explore both the enablers and constraints in implementing digital tools for service delivery, participation, and monitoring in rural settings. The findings can inform policymakers and practitioners aiming to bridge the rural-urban digital divide while enhancing governance performance at the grassroots level.

Keywords: Digital Governance, Rural Revitalization, Inclusive Finance, Smart Villages, Urban-Rural Integration.

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