VIKALP MULTIMEDIA

Our Initiative

We provide media and rural technology solutions to bridge the gap.

Bridging Digital Divide

Launching initiatives specifically designed to bridge the digital gap between urban and rural regions.

ICT for Poverty Alleviation

Utilizing the full potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for sustainable growth.

Rural Solutions Platform

Serving as a dedicated platform for finding media and technology solutions tailored to rural needs.

25 Years Experience

Leveraging over two decades of experience in rural development to implement effective strategies.

Strategic Locations

Operating from Chennai with active branches in Jharkhand to cover diverse rural demographics.

Innovation Hub

Constantly researching and adopting new technologies to solve age-old problems in farming and education.

Who We Are

Vikalp Multimedia (VMM) is a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) of Alternative for India Development, a national non-government organization (NGO) with 3 decades experience in rural development with focus on education, health, livelihood and ICT being the cross cutting feature in the states of Jharkhand, Orissa, T.Nadu, Pondicherry and Andhra Pradesh.

VMM is created for purpose of finding solutions to rural problems and achieve rural prosperity by combining development through the power of ICT. It is to be noted that this is the only NGO, with Pan India presence working deeply at the grass roots with 3 decades of experience for taking up the biggest challenge to usher in E Initiatives in the remote far flung regions of the State of Jharkhand.

Our Vision

To bring about E-Transformation for rural advancement.

Our Mission

To usher in transparency, accountability, good governance, development and economic stimulation in the region through the IT revolution.

Where We Work

VMM’s geographical focus is Palamu Division covering districts of Palamu, Garwah and Latehar in Jharkhand. We cover 3 districts, 3000 villages and 3 million population.

Government Initiatives & Infrastructure

WHAT IS NeGP?

The National e-Governance Plan (NeGP), takes a holistic view of e-Governance initiatives across the country. A massive countrywide infrastructure reaching down to the remotest of villages is evolving, and large-scale digitization of records is taking place. The objective is: Make all Government services accessible to the common man in his locality, through common service delivery outlets, and ensure efficiency, transparency, and reliability.

WHAT ARE COMMON SERVICE CENTRES (CSC)?

CSCs are a strategic cornerstone of the NeGP. They provide high quality and cost-effective video, voice and data content and services in e-governance, education, health, telemedicine, and entertainment. They offer web-enabled services in rural areas, including application forms, certificates, and utility payments.

WHAT ARE PRAGYA KENDRAS?

CSCs are called Pragya Kendras in Jharkhand. They are panchayat level rural digital hubs set up to serve a cluster of 5-6 villages. Each CSC has IT infrastructure and connectivity acting as a Panchayat digital access point. VMM has been designated as Service Centre Agency (SCA) for Palamu Zone of Jharkhand covering 600 panchayats with 600 CSCs.

What We Do

VMM has implemented plethora of services in the region for the past 7 years. The essential services provided are delivered in convergent mode:

E-Nagarik Services

Provides Birth, Death, Community, Nativity and Income certificates at panchayat level. So far 1,21,245 certificates have been provided.

Panchayat Banking

Business Correspondent mode through SBI, PNB, Bank of Baroda and Allahabad Bank. 220 CSCs are designated banks. 3 Lakhs accounts opened.

PMJDY

Under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, 96,371 accounts opened. Household survey covered 1,03,446 households.

Mahila Banks

Exclusive Mahila banks in 10 blocks to foster gender equity. 32,731 bank accounts opened for women.

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

Disbursement for MGNREGA, pensions, and scholarships. Social welfare of 80 million rupees disbursed.

Permanent Enrolment Centres (PEC)

Opened in 50 blocks for Aadhar enrollment. 2,95,429 enrolled and 1,26,510 received Aadhar numbers.

NDLM Survey

Piloting National Digital Literacy Mission in Medininagar block covering 12,000 families.

Legal Service Centers

10 Justice Hubs created in Palamu, Garwah, and Latehar to provide legal aid and justice services at panchayat level.

E-Mulakat Services

Live audio-video chat facility for relatives of prisoners in Jharkhand jails through Pragya Kendras.

Digitisation Projects

Land records, Property deeds indexing, Legacy Pension Data, BPL Data (90,663), Cattle Census (4,55,661), and RSBY beneficiaries (3,38,320).

Documentary Films

Produced films on Pig rearing, Pisciculture, Poultry, Goatery, and Paddy cultivation for ATMA (Dept of Agriculture).

Wallet Services

Pre-paid wallet services for passport, NPS, NIOS, insurance, railway booking, and mobile recharge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our rural development initiatives.

What is the main goal of VIKALP MULTIMEDIA?

Our main goal is to bridge the digital divide between urban and rural regions using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for poverty alleviation.

Where are your branches located?

Our headquarters is based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and we have active operational branches in the state of Jharkhand.

How can IT help in rural development?

IT can connect rural populations to global markets, provide better educational resources, improve healthcare access through telemedicine, and modernize agricultural practices.

How can I volunteer or contribute?

We welcome volunteers and partners! Please reach out to us via the Contact section below, and our team will get back to you with current opportunities.

Contact Us

Reach out to our offices in Chennai and Jharkhand.

Chennai (Head Office)

No.1 and No.56, V.G.N Nagar,

Iyyapanthangal, Chennai.

Pin Code: 600056

9444387655

Ranchi

Alber Compound, Pathal Kudwa,

Purulia Road, Ranchi.

Pin Code: 834001

8797000726

Garhwa

At -Nunwa More, Meral Post,

Garhwa District, Jharkhand.

Pin Code: 822133

8797000733

Palamu

Near Maiya Babu Hospital,

At- Baralota, Panki Road,

Daltonganj Post, Palamu District.

Pin Code: 822101

8797000747

Latehar

C/o Murari Prasad, Station Road,

At & Post: Latehar,

Latehar District, Jharkhand.

Pin Code: 829206

8797000746

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