Srinagar, July 21 -- A crucial meeting regarding implementation of the Amended BharatNet Program (ABP) in J&K was today co-chaired by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo and Secretary, Telecom, GoI, Neeraj Mittal. The meeting underscored the commitment towards bridging the digital divide in rural India, where broadband penetration currently stands at a mere 2%, compared to 33% in urban areas. The meeting was also attended by the Principal Secretary, PDD; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secretary, IT; Secretary, Cooperatives; CGM, BSNL; Deputy Commissioners and SIO, NIC besides other concerned officers. Terming the programme as significant for strengthening the digital governance at the grassroots, the Chief Secretary said ABP will play a transf...