Digital South Trust
| Abbreviation | DST |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2022 |
| Type | Non-profit trust |
| Purpose | Blockchain education and digital literacy |
| Headquarters | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
Region | India |
Official language | English, Tamil, Kannada |
Founder | Sudhakar Lakshmanaraja |
| Website | digitalsouth |
Digital South Trust is an Indian non-profit organisation focused on blockchain education, Web3 awareness, and digital literacy initiatives. It is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Background
Digital South Trust was established in 2022 with the objective of promoting blockchain education and emerging technologies in India. The organisation conducts educational programs and awareness initiatives for students, educators, and professionals.
Its initiatives are aligned with broader digital education efforts in India, including policies such as the National Education Policy 2020.[1]
Activities
Education and training
The organisation conducts training programs, including faculty development initiatives and online diploma courses in blockchain technology in collaboration with educational institutions.[1][2]
Policy engagement
In 2025, representatives associated with Digital South Trust were part of a delegation of Web3 and digital asset stakeholders that submitted recommendations to the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance regarding virtual digital assets (VDAs).[3]
The committee subsequently selected the subject of “Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) and Way Forward” for detailed examination during the 2024–25 period, following inputs from industry stakeholders including Digital South Trust.[3][4]
Awareness initiatives
Digital South Trust conducts awareness programs related to digital payments, blockchain technology, and cybersecurity across communities.
See also
- Blockchain
- Web3
- Cryptocurrency in India
References
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- ↑ "Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance to Study Virtual Digital Assets". Medianama. 18 August 2025. Retrieved 27 April 2026.
External links
Category:Non-profit organisations based in India
Category:Organisations based in Bengaluru
Category:Educational organisations established in 2022
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