Know India Programme — Current Affairs 2026
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Know India Programme Goes Virtual: MEA Launches Digital Edition for Diaspora Youth
March 2024The Ministry of External Affairs launched a comprehensive virtual edition of the Know India Programme, incorporating virtual reality tours of historical sites, online cultural workshops, and digital interaction sessions with Indian leaders. This innovation was initially developed during COVID-19 but has been retained as a permanent feature to expand the programme's reach and accessibility. The virtual edition allows participation from diaspora youth who cannot travel to India due to various constraints while maintaining the programme's core objectives of cultural connection and contemporary awareness.
UPSC Angle: This development is likely to appear in questions about digital diplomacy, adaptation of government programmes during crises, and innovative approaches to diaspora engagement. It demonstrates India's use of technology in public diplomacy and cultural outreach.
India Expands Know India Programme to Include Climate Action and Sustainable Development Focus
January 2024The latest edition of the Know India Programme has incorporated dedicated modules on India's climate action initiatives, renewable energy achievements, and sustainable development goals. Participants now visit solar parks, green technology centers, and interact with environmental scientists and policy makers. This reflects India's growing emphasis on environmental leadership and its commitment to global climate goals. The programme showcases India's achievements in renewable energy, particularly solar power, and its innovative approaches to sustainable development challenges.
UPSC Angle: Expected questions on India's climate diplomacy, soft power projection through environmental leadership, and integration of sustainable development themes in cultural exchange programmes. This connects diaspora engagement with contemporary global challenges.