ICT has brought about the revolution that has transformed our lives. Our sages the world as a Global Village “Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam", which seems becoming a reality as communities and countries network and join up. Now what is really needed is the state of "Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah". This paper explores various possibilities that ICT can take up in order to develop the rural areas. This paper throws light on the condition of the rural areas. It describes the thrust areas that need ICT implementation. The past, present and the future status of ICT is also addressed, with various case studies. "eNRICH" – an innovative ongoing pilot project of UNESCO and NIC finds special place in thepapers.The paper concludes by mentioning a few challenges before us, which must be accepted and fulfilled to achieve rural development. A few important considerations in implementing ICT framework and its steps are discussed at the end.

Information Technology, Communication, Rural Development, ICT framework