About Bharat Seva Kendra (BSK):
- It is a nationwide initiative launched by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) of India.
- It is aimed at providing various government services and benefits to villagers in India.
- These centers serve as a one-stop solution for accessing government schemes, services, and information in rural areas.
- Designed as a grassroots movement, BSK is backed by a network of 2.5 lakh sarpanches and 5 lakh BSK Sarthis.
- These individuals will act as on-ground facilitators, linking rural citizens directly with welfare schemes related to financial aid, healthcare, education, employment, digital empowerment, and agriculture.
- At the core of the initiative is the goal of cutting down bureaucratic delays by offering a single-window platform for government programs.
- A key feature of BSK is its emphasis on digital inclusion.
- Equipped with modern infrastructure, these centers offer digital literacy programs, enabling villagers to interact with technology and avail themselves of e-governance services
- By working closely with both central and state governments, BSK aims to streamline service delivery and eliminate the barriers that often prevent rural citizens from benefiting from welfare schemes.
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) India:
- CCI India is a national-level autonomous business organization with clear objectives for the business expansion through policy advocacy, business matchmaking, and making the environment conducive for the investors.
- It is the voice of India's business and industry.
- From influencing policy to encouraging debate, engaging with policymakers and civil society, CCI India articulates the views and concerns of industry.
- It serves its members from the Indian private and public corporate sectors and multinational companies, drawing its strength from diverse regional chambers of commerce and industry across states.
- It acts as a catalyst for global companies to expand their business and smoothen operations in India and vice versa through joint ventures and market intelligence.
