The Indian Army’s new online learning platform, ‘Eklavya,’ empowers officers with advanced training, aligning with the 2024 “Year of Technology Absorption.” The Indian Army has unveiled an innovative online learning platform named “Eklavya”, designed to revolutionize officers’ training. Launched by General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), the initiative is a part of the Army’s 2024 theme, “Year of Technology Absorption,” and its overarching vision for a “Decade of Transformation.”
Developed at zero cost in collaboration with the Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics (BISAG-N), Eklavya integrates seamlessly with the Army Data Network, providing officers with continuous learning opportunities.
Key Features and Benefits of ‘Eklavya’
Developer and Host
Created by BISAG-N under the supervision of the Army Training Command; Hosted on the secure Army Data Network
Scalability
Integrates training across 17 Category ‘A’ establishments, Offers 96 courses, encompassing diverse areas of specialization.
Course Categories
- Pre-Course Preparatory Capsules: Tailored to prepare officers for upcoming training sessions
- Appointment-Specific Courses: Focused on role-specific knowledge and skills
- Professional Development Suite: For ongoing career growth and domain expertise
Knowledge Highway
- A searchable repository offering journals, research papers, and articles
- Promotes self-directed learning and research among officers
Focus Areas of ‘Eklavya’
- Enhances domain specialization through targeted learning
- Streamlines training resources, reducing the need for physical infrastructure
- Prepares officers to meet the challenges of emerging warfare dynamics
Key Summary of ‘Eklavya’
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the News? | Launch of “Eklavya,” the Indian Army’s new online learning platform |
| Launch Details | Unveiled by General Upendra Dwivedi, COAS, under the 2024 “Year of Technology Absorption” initiative |
| Developer | BISAG-N (Bhaskaracharya National Institute of Space Applications and Geoinformatics), Gandhinagar |
| Host Platform | Army Data Network |
| Key Objective | Modernize and streamline officers’ training |
| No. of Courses | 96 courses hosted by 17 Category ‘A’ training establishments |
| Course Categories | 1. Pre-Course Preparatory Capsules 2. Appointment-Specific Courses 3. Professional Development Suite |
| Unique Features | – Searchable Knowledge Highway for research and journals – Scalable integration of training resources |
| Benefits | – Enhances domain specialization – Decongests physical training – Promotes continuous learning |
| Focus Areas | Strategy, Leadership, Emerging Technologies, Finance, Operational Art, and Organizational Behavior |
| Future Impact | Equips officers for emerging warfare dynamics while improving operational efficiency |
The launch of Eklavya marks a transformative step in the Indian Army’s training ecosystem. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and fostering continuous learning, the platform ensures officers are prepared to navigate the complexities of modern warfare with confidence and expertise.
