Jeet Singh leads research studies commissioned by RGICS. He has been active as a researcher in the policy area of management of natural resources (water, forest and land), environmental governance, common property, etc.
The Sikkim SENSE (Status of Environment, Nature, Society and Economy) report presents an integrated assessment of the ecological,…
The Gorkhaland SENSE Report presents an integrated analysis of the environment, society, and economy of the Gorkhaland Territorial…
The Madhya Pradesh SENSE Report presents a concise appraisal of the environment, society and economy of Adivasi communities…
This issue of the Policy Watch is on the theme, Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability. The year 2025…
यह दस्तावेज़ हिमाचल प्रदेश की पर्यावरणीय, सामाजिक और आर्थिक स्थिति का समग्र आकलन प्रस्तुत करता है और “हरा-भरा…
The Nagaland SENSE Report presents an in-depth analysis of the state’s environment, society, and economy, while proposing the…
उत्तराखंड के समावेशी और सतत विकास हेतु नई रणनीति पर आधारित यह रिपोर्ट राज्य के पर्यावरण, समाज एवं…
The study presents a comprehensive examination of the state’s multifaceted challenges and proposes a strategic framework for inclusive…
The report titled “An Analysis of the Current Status of the Environment, Society, and Economy of Himachal Pradesh”…
India is facing a severe water crisis as groundwater levels continue to deplete at an alarming rate. The…
The document highlights major environmental deregulations introduced through three legislative amendments passed during India’s 2023 Monsoon parliamentary session:…
Groundwater is a crucial resource for Madhya Pradesh, supporting both agriculture and daily water needs. However, excessive extraction,…
Gujarat’s groundwater situation is at a crossroads. While it remains a lifeline for agriculture and daily needs, over-extraction,…
Uttar Pradesh relies heavily on groundwater, with over 75% of its agriculture and 80% of drinking water needs…
Assam’s groundwater is under growing pressure, even though it remains within safe limits for now. Agriculture is the…
Maharashtra is heading toward a serious groundwater crisis. Though it remains the primary source of water for farming…
West Bengal’s groundwater situation is complex and increasingly under stress. The Sundarbans are facing rising salinity, making fresh…
Rajasthan is facing a serious water crisis. With low rainfall, extreme heat, and heavy groundwater extraction, many areas…
Tamil Nadu is facing a serious groundwater crisis due to over-extraction, climate change, and poor water management. The…
उत्तराखंड की वन पंचायत प्रणाली लंबे समय से स्थानीय समुदायों द्वारा जंगलों के संरक्षण और प्रबंधन का एक…
This study reveals just how crucial Common Property Resources (CPRs) like forests, ponds, grazing lands, and canals are…
Uttarakhand’s Van Panchayat system has long been a community-driven model for forest management, allowing local villagers to protect…
The Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006 was meant to give tribal and forest-dwelling communities legal ownership over the…
Uttarakhand, with its rich forests and biodiversity, has faced an ongoing battle between development and conservation. While compensatory…
The RGICS Summer School on “Water Crisis and Sustainable Solutions” made it clear: India’s water crisis is urgent,…
The report makes one thing clear: the destruction of nature is fueling the rise of dangerous diseases. Around…
This study makes it clear that India is facing a serious challenge with land degradation—nearly 30% of its…
The Ur River Rejuvenation project in Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, is showing promising progress in reviving the Ur River…
यह रिपोर्ट बताती है कि मध्य प्रदेश में जल, जंगल और भूमि की स्थिति लगातार खराब हो रही…
The workshop on “Regenerating Natural Capital” revealed an urgent need to tackle the degradation of land, water, and…
This report emphasizes that water harvesting is crucial to tackle India’s escalating water crisis. Despite having policies aimed…
India’s water crisis is escalating fast, and it’s everyone’s problem. With a booming population and reckless groundwater extraction,…
The study reveals that the Forest Rights Act (FRA) of 2006, meant to correct historical injustices against tribal…
The Supreme Court’s 2018 ruling on the Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 (PoA…
The Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 was meant to be a game-changer for India’s vast informal workforce,…
Domestic workers in India are among the most exploited and underprotected groups of laborers. Despite their crucial role…
The document highlights the devastating impact of the 2017 crackdown on illegal and mechanized slaughterhouses in Uttar Pradesh,…
India’s push to welcome foreign universities is shifting higher education from a public good to a market commodity.…