The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) has completed one year of its Internet Governance Internship & Capacity Building Scheme (IGICBS) with a commemorative event in New Delhi. The programme aims to build awareness, skills and leadership among young Indians in internet governance. It also seeks to strengthen India’s participation in national, regional and global internet governance processes.
IGICBS and Its Purpose
IGICBS was launched as a capacity-building initiative linking policy, technology and academia. It was designed to create a pool of informed young professionals who can understand internet governance and contribute to related forums. The scheme has brought together students, academic institutions and policymakers.
Key Highlights of the Event
The event marked the launch of the IGICBS portal and the unveiling of the IGICBS Impact Report.
- The programme completed one year of operations.
- It has engaged and trained over 10,000 participants.
- Interns, professors, deans, officials and academic leaders attended the event.
- Senior representatives from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and NIXI were present.
Importance for Internet Governance
The initiative reflects the growing importance of internet governance in India’s digital ecosystem. With the internet now central to economic and social infrastructure, the need for a safer, more resilient and trustworthy internet has become more urgent. The programme encourages young professionals from technology, legal and public policy backgrounds to engage with standards, technical forums and governance discussions.
Broader Digital Capacity Building
IGICBS aligns with the Government of India’s wider goal of building a secure, inclusive and resilient digital environment. It supports academic collaboration, youth engagement and knowledge-led participation in internet governance. The programme is also intended to help India strengthen its presence in global digital policy and technical platforms.
Last Modified: April 27, 2026