Swecha Project
The original initiative that sparked a movement. Bringing software freedom and localized solutions to the community since 2005.
Swecha is a project that aims to localise GNU/Linux and other Free Software to Telugu. The project will strive to bridge the language barrier that is one of major reasons behind the digital divide.
We have a working system in which most common tasks like writing and printing documents, browsing the web, sending/receiving emails, chatting, editing graphics etc. can all be in Telugu. The project has also developed a Telugu text-to-speech (TTS) system and integrated it with the desktop. Since one can hear the text on the desktop or web page by pointing at it, illiterate people may use it to access the desktop, read news on the web, and interact with technology in their native language. Most of this work will ultimately reach all the GNU/Linux distributions, and it is also packed into an easy-to-use LiveCD distribution.
The word Swecha means Freedom in Telugu. Swecha is a Free Software project driven by volunteers, and most components of the projects are licensed under the GNU General Public License. You can use this software for any purpose, make modifications you like, and distribute it to anyone.
Get Involved
We are seeking more volunteers for tasks involving development, translation of English text to Telugu, and documentation. If you are willing to join the effort, please contact us and see how to get involved.
The Swecha GNOME Desktop environment localized in Telugu.