In 2019, the Government of Uttarakhand launched the ICT VSAT Project to digitally empower schools in its most remote and hilly regions. The mission: bridge the digital divide and bring smart education, real-time monitoring, and virtual teaching to all.
Simplified Schooling was selected as the technology partner to implement this vision. Through a robust School ERP system and app ecosystem, the initiative transformed school operations, teaching delivery, and education governance across Uttarakhand.
Inauguration & Leadership Support
The project was inaugurated by:
- Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat, Hon’ble Chief Minister, Uttarakhand
- Shri Arvind Pandey, Hon’ble Education Minister, Uttarakhand
Key Features of the Solution
School Data Management
Automated enrolment, staff records, attendance, and reports via ERP.
Geo-tagged School Profiles
Satellite and GPS integration for real-time school infrastructure tracking.
Student Progress Monitoring
Visual dashboards to track marks, assessments, and learning outcomes.
Virtual Lecture Planning
Centralized content broadcast through VSAT-powered networks.
Mobile App for Schools
Real-time communication, report submission, and admin management tools.
Achievements Over 5 Years (2019–2024)
500+ Schools Digitally Onboarded
Across hilly and remote parts of Uttarakhand.
100% Data Digitization
Student and staff records fully integrated into ERP.
1500+ Virtual Lectures Delivered
Through the Dehradun studio center.
20,000+ Students Impacted
With better academic tracking and e-learning tools.
Impact on the Ground
- Teachers had more time for lesson planning with reduced paperwork.
- Headmasters could manage operations more efficiently with ERP tools.
- Officials viewed real-time school data through dynamic dashboards.
- Students gained timely assessments and access to virtual lectures.
A Model for Replication
This project proved that with the right digital tools, even the most geographically challenging areas can benefit from modern education systems. It serves as a model for other states aiming to replicate such success.
Looking Ahead
- Scale to all government schools across Uttarakhand.
- Integrate AI for predictive student performance tracking.
- Align with state MIS and national dashboards (NEP 2020).
The Simplified Schooling ICT VSAT Project is a landmark initiative that blended purpose-driven leadership with smart technology to transform education for thousands of students across Uttarakhand’s toughest terrains.