A nation that wants to progress cannot afford to ignore capacity building and empowerment of women. Gender sensitivity is the prerequisite that must prevail and be strengthened at all levels. Women’s development is now inextricably linked with technology. Thus, technological intervention assumes a greater and more vital role, especially when viewed globally. Its potential to sweep across political, geographical, economical and social barriers is just the leverage that women need to build for themselves a new identity and a more honourable place in society.

As has been experienced the world over, women have limited access to technologies in India. However, there are now enough experiences to show that when women are trained, they show remarkable understanding and control in using technologies effectively. In India, women comprise a large portion of the rural population and play a substantial role in the rural sector. Their involvement in a number of productive activities is generally overlooked.