Analysis and Prioritization of Constraints Affecting ICT Tools Adoption among KVK Personnel

Smita Singh; Dr. R.K. Doharey; N. R. Meena; Ritesh Singh; Abhinav Singh

doi:10.48165/IJEE.623RN02

Authors

Smita Singh Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya(U.P) 224229 https://orcid.org/0009-0003-6887-2390
Rajeev Kumar Doharey Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229
N.R. Meena Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229
Ritesh Singh Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229
Abhinav Singh KVK Baksha, Jaunpur-I (U.P.) 222001

Keywords:

KVK Personnel, Constraints, Garrett Ranking Technique, Agricultural Extension Services, ICT Adoption, Capacity-Building.

Abstract

Information and communication technology (ICT) emerged as a crucial instrument for enhancing the dissemination of information and bolstering agricultural extension services. The current study was conducted in 2025–2026 with the aim of identifying and ranking the constraints to the adoption of ICT technologies that Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) staff at Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Uttar Pradesh, faced. Using a multi-stage sample process and an ex post facto study approach, 142 KVK employees were chosen. A structured interview schedule was used to gather data, and the Garrett ranking method was used for analysis. The results showed that the lack of training opportunities was the biggest constraint, followed by psychological constraints and a lack of technical know-how. Other significant constraints included frequent technical changes, expensive maintenance costs for ICT tools, and software-related problems. However, limitations pertaining to data privacy, interoperability, and intellectual property rights were seen as less serious. The study emphasized the necessity of better infrastructure, increased technical assistance, and capacity-building programs to guarantee extension staff members' efficient use of ICT tools.

Author Biographies

Smita Singh, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya(U.P) 224229

I am Smita Singh Research Scholar at Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumraganj, Ayodhya(U.P)224229.
Rajeev Kumar Doharey, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229

Agricultural Extension Education

Professor and Head
N.R. Meena , Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229

Agricultural Extension Education

Assistant Professor
Ritesh Singh, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Kumarganj,Ayodhya (U.P.) 2244229

Agricultural Extension Education

Guest Faculty
Abhinav Singh, KVK Baksha, Jaunpur-I (U.P.) 222001

Subject Matter Specialist

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