People and Society

The Anomaly of Parks: Losing Green Cover in Urban India

Parks are the green lungs of the city. In the quest for development, to accommodate ever growing population, cities were transformed into concrete jungles. With changing times, local govts are trying to build green spaces, but lack of organization capacity is resulting in loss of green cover

People and Society

Panchayat Web Series: Unpacking Local Governance Challenges

The web series Panchayat highlights the challenges faced by local governments in India regarding road construction and resource allocation. Despite constitutional provisions for autonomy and financial devolution, state governments have retained control, leaving Panchayats financially dependent. This scenario impedes efficient governance and the implementation of essential development initiatives in rural areas.