One App, One Tap
One App, One Tap is a flagship initiative of IRD, designed to bridge the digital divide in rural Nepal by developing critical digital infrastructure, services, accessibility, and literacy.
In many rural communities, lack of access to technology prevents individuals from using essential services such as healthcare, education, agriculture advisories, emergency alerts, and even basic communication tools. This digital exclusion widens the inequality gap and leaves millions behind as Nepal progresses into a technology-driven future.
One App, One Tap envisions a future where every citizen—regardless of geography, income level, or education—can access life-changing services right from their phones. From farmers accessing weather forecasts and market rates to students engaging in digital learning, the initiative simplifies digital services into easy, tap-based applications built specifically for local needs.
This project is not just about distributing apps—it is about building an ecosystem of digital literacy, community-led adoption, and government collaboration. Through training sessions, school campaigns, and household-level outreach, IRD ensures these tools are not only accessible, but understood and embraced by the people who need them most.
By empowering citizens with the right tools and knowledge, One App, One Tap aims to create lasting social change. It addresses Nepal’s most urgent development challenges—like health care access, agricultural resilience, safety, and disaster readiness—using the power of simple, local-language, mobile technology. This initiative is a cornerstone of our mission to build a more connected, informed, and resilient Nepal.
Areas of Impact
Safety & Security – Surakshya: A human safety app, especially designed for women's protection and emergency response.
Health & Well-being – Aayush: A health app providing medical guidance, telehealth support, and emergency health services.
Agriculture & Livelihood – Krishimitra: A smart farming app connecting farmers to market access, weather updates, and expert advice.
Disaster Preparedness – Disaster Warning System (DWS): A real-time disaster alert app to ensure communities are informed and prepared.
Reaching Every Household, Every Student
The goal of One App, One Tap is to collaborate with local governments, schools, and community organizations to ensure universal access and adoption of these vital apps. Through door-to-door outreach, school campaigns, and hands-on digital literacy training, we will ensure that every student and household learns how to use these tools effectively.
Help at Your Fingertips – Just One Tap Away! Technology should work for everyone, not just the privileged. One App, One Tap will revolutionize rural life by making essential services accessible with a single tap, empowering individuals and communities to stay informed, stay safe, and stay connected. This is the future of digital Nepal—one app, one tap at a time!
