People of Bihar know survival isn’t about doing it alone—it’s about showing up for each other, sharing what little you have, or just being there in tough times.
An Ode To Remain Idle
Why this rush? The author explores what it means to be idle in the middle of a growing economy and tight job market
From Passive Listeners To Active Learners
When students shift from passive listeners to active learners, they begin to ask deeper questions, take ownership of their learning
Initial Exposure To A Health Swaraj
What does tribal healthcare look like in 21st C. India? Read on to explore the emerging hope amidst harsh realities of Kalahandi, Odisha.
The Chimes Of Mental Health And The Chaos Of Its Reality
This reflection dives into why mental health care needs to embrace chaos rather than impose rigid solutions
My Journey Into The Mayanagri
It is impossible to be indifferent to Bombay. You love it or you hate it. Turns out, the author has decide to fall in love.
Gram Swaraj Sangh And Their Mission To Bring Education To Girls
A Gandhian organization in the extreme west of India is quietly bringing shift in the status of girl child education. Read how.
Solid Waste Management: Insights From Bangalore And National Extrapolation
This is a blog about solid waste management in urban Bengaluru in the Saahas Zero Waste and Hasiru Dala organisations.
Sowing Hope
*Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction, written as part of a reflection exercise during India Fellow induction training. We asked our fellows to process all that they were learning/experiencing as they were exploring various development theory and practice topics....
Reflection Worksheets For Continuous Learning
Discover the deeper meaning behind a song and explore how reflection worksheets can enhance personal growth and continuous learning. Learn how to create your own reflection tool.
Youth Masterpiece: Fostering Collaboration Through Art
Rural India Youth Leadership is a two-year experience for 25 young people who will be on a journey of leadership and learning that will enable them to form youth clubs and through the clubs, nurture 400+ grassroots youth leaders.
Strength In Unity: The Inspiring Journey Of Manyachiwadi
“Manyachiwadi—Maharashtra’s First Solar Village.” What makes a small village, just 75km from Satara, a leader in sustainable living?
The Vignette Of A Driverben
The author gives an overview of the Driverben program he is associated with. It is an urban Ahmedabad based intervention for building women’s agency
Into The Heartland Of Southeast Maharashtra
Exploring and traversing through the natural and virgin south-east hinterlands of the state of Maharashtra
Scorching Homes, Not Safe Havens
Climate change is causing havoc with summer temperatures soaring across India. What role does our house roof have to play in that?
What Is In A Name?
What happens when the state mandates its citizens to reveal their names?
A Matter Of Semantics
A trip from Delhi to Tumkur in Karnataka, got the author in an interaction with a media activist who explains what it means to accept that the community knows better
An Ode To The Unsung Heroes Of India’s Elections
This talks about the millions of people who make elections in India possible, those who often get unnoticed by us
Where Is The Village Of My CBSE Textbook?
Growing up in Delhi, my understanding of Indian villages was largely shaped by the CBSE textbooks. These books painted a picture of serene landscapes, close-knit communities, and a simpler way of life.
Sealing Love, One Stitch At A Time
Sujni art empowering a group of women in rural Bihar, in the process discovering their identity as artisans
Baigas Of Shivtarai: Dhatri Matas And Tamil Cinema At The Heart Of Baiga Territory
The author talks about an interaction with women from the Baiga particularly vulnerable tribe (PVTG); and is surprised to find a common ground
Reflections On Smoking And Grief
In this article the author explores their complicated relationship with smoking and how it helps them handle grief