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Policy Buzz: Coronavirus-focus Fourth Edition
Keep up-to-date with all that is happening in welfare policy with this curated selection of news, published every fortnight. The current edition focusses on the Coronavirus pandemic in India, and the government’s efforts to stem its increase. Policy News The lockdown has been extended till 17 May 2020, and fresh guidelines have been issued … Continue reading "Policy Buzz: Coronavirus-focus Fourth Edition"
Kaushal Pathak
Kaushal is a Senior PAISA Associate in Madhya Pradesh. His primary focus is on ensuring the smooth implementation of the PAISA survey plan for the state, networking with various stakeholders, and other administrative activities. Before joining AI, he was working with Pratham in various projects as a Regional Coordinator, Centre In-charge (for Vocation Training Programme). … Continue reading "Kaushal Pathak"
Inside Districts Series: Block Development Officer in Rajasthan
As the Coronavirus pandemic sweeps through India, districts are being tapped by the government for timely detection and reporting of cases, and prevention. Our ‘Inside Districts’ series will feature interviews of district and Block-level officials, panchayat functionaries and frontline workers to understand their challenges and best practices. The Accountability Initiative at the Centre for Policy … Continue reading "Inside Districts Series: Block Development Officer in Rajasthan"
Will the Coronavirus Health Emergency Revive Democratic Decentralisation?
Years back, while fighting skeptics in the government (both my former colleagues and ministers) on my agenda of devolution of powers and responsibilities to local governments, I once asked my Minister in exasperation when we would actually see tangible change in that direction in India. My Minister, himself a veteran battler for local governments, said … Continue reading "Will the Coronavirus Health Emergency Revive Democratic Decentralisation?"
How Secure are Construction Workers?
Construction workers have been out of employment due to the countrywide lockdown to combat the Coronavirus pandemic. On 24th March, the Government of India directed all states and Union Territories to make use of unutilised cess funds created for the welfare of such workers. The aim is to provide them some relief and financial assistance. … Continue reading "How Secure are Construction Workers?"