The Contribution of Digital Classrooms and E-Learning Platforms to Raising Student Engagement in Sangli Districts Rural Colleges

Digital technology's explosive growth has changed educational methods everywhere, especially in rural India. Digital classrooms and e-learning platforms have become cutting-edge teaching resources that improve student access, interaction, and engagement. This study looks into how these platforms might increase student involvement in rural Maharashtra institutions in the Sangli District. The results of a mixed-method study that included questionnaires from 250 students and faculty interviews with 20 shows those digital tools greatly enhance academic engagement, group projects, and general motivation. Infrastructure issues like inadequate internet access and low levels of digital literacy, however, continue to be obstacles. According to the study's findings, blended learning models, infrastructural assistance, and focused instruction are essential for maximizing the efficacy of e-learning platforms in remote campuses