NIGRANI App

Why in News?

Recently, the NIGRANI App, Hajj Wrist Band, and AI Chatbots were launched during the two-day National ‘Chintan Shivir’ at Nalanda University, Rajgir, Bihar.

NIGRANI App

• Aim – To bridge development gaps, improve Centre–State coordination, and advance Viksit Bharat 2047.
• Under – The app was launched under Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK).

PMJVK is an area development programme of the Ministry of Minority Affairs implemented in Minority Concentration Areas (MCAs) to create socio-economic infrastructure and provide basic amenities.

• Purpose – To enhance transparency, real-time monitoring, and implementation of infrastructure projects in minority-concentrated areas.

Hajj Wrist Band and AI Chatbots

• To enhance the safety, navigation, and health support of Indian Hajj pilgrims.
• Purpose – Hajj modernisation with wrist bands and AI Chatbots for service delivery.
• These initiatives are meant for Muslims going on a pilgrimage to Mecca.
• Coverage – All registered Indian pilgrims for Hajj will receive wristbands free of cost.
• Target Group – Special focus on elderly and vulnerable pilgrims.
• Features – Location Tracking – Helps locate pilgrims if lost.
• SOS Alerts – Emergency distress signal feature.
• Prayer Timings – Integrated religious schedule support.
• Health Monitoring – Tracks basic health parameters.

Quick Fact

References

1. PIB | National Chintan Shivir
2. HT | Smart wristbands to Haj pilgrims