Policy Watch: Governance and Development – February 2026
Policy Watch: Governance and Development — Tribal Communities at the Centre This issue of Policy Watch, published by…
Rajiv Gandhi Institute For Contemporary Studies
Vijay is an internationally known Indian rural development professional, social entrepreneur and a policy analyst. He is the founder of reputed organizations such as Pradan NGO and the Basix Social Enterprise Group.
Policy Watch: Governance and Development — Tribal Communities at the Centre This issue of Policy Watch, published by…
The Maharashtra SENSE Report assesses the Environment, Society and Economy of the state’s tribal communities and proposes a…
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…
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”…
The report outlines a strategic roadmap to transform Uttar Pradesh’s economy and employment scenario by 2027. With the…
The report examines the complex relationship between India’s foreign trade, GDP growth, and employment generation. It highlights the…
The Rajasthan Employment Study (2024–2029) provides a detailed analysis of the state’s employment challenges and offers strategic solutions…
The Madhya Pradesh Employment Study (2024–2029) provides a detailed examination of the state’s employment scenario, addressing key challenges…
The report presents an in-depth analysis of Karnataka’s employment scenario, highlighting key challenges and suggesting actionable solutions for…
The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the employment scenario in Telangana, highlighting critical challenges and proposing targeted…
The Chhattisgarh Employment Study (2024–2029) presents a detailed analysis of the employment challenges facing the state and outlines…
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…
Public services in India have long been plagued by delays, inefficiency, and red tape. The Right to Public…
This study reveals just how crucial Common Property Resources (CPRs) like forests, ponds, grazing lands, and canals are…
Uttarakhand, with its rich forests and biodiversity, has faced an ongoing battle between development and conservation. While compensatory…
The document explores how Chhattisgarh can become a high-tech power electronics manufacturing hub, focusing on Silicon Carbide (SiC)…
Despite various shortcomings of Bhudan and Gramdan, the core idea of these movements—shared land, shared responsibility—remains powerful. In…
The case study of Kambur Panchayat in Tamil Nadu highlights the power of grassroots mobilisation in strengthening local…
India’s development is uneven, with some districts thriving while others struggle with poverty, poor infrastructure, and weak governance.…
Rajasthan’s economy is growing, but jobs aren’t keeping up. Over the next five years, 21 lakh new jobs…
Chhattisgarh’s economy is growing, but jobs aren’t keeping up. The state needs 15 lakh new jobs over the…
India has seen impressive economic growth over the past decade, but this hasn’t translated into enough jobs. Between…