March 13, 2026

Ep 72| Beyond the Statutes: Strengthening the Pillars of Women’s Safety in India

INTRODUCTION & RATIONALE As India approaches International Women’s Day, public discourse often revisits the legal architecture designed to protect women, including laws addressing domestic violence, sexual harassment, trafficking, and workplace discrimination. Over the past two decades, legislative reform has expanded […]
March 10, 2026

Study Highlights Gap Between Assault Cases Filed by Women and Justice Delivery in India

A CPPR study across five states reveals gaps between assault cases reported by women and justice delivered, highlighting institutional barriers and funding gaps.
March 10, 2026
Gender budgeting

EP 71| Gender Budgeting – International Perspectives| Policy Beyond Politics

1. INTRODUCTION & RATIONALE This podcast examines whether fiscal systems, particularly tax structures, have mitigated or reinforced gender inequities over the past three decades. While gender budgeting has gained global policy visibility, empirical evidence suggests that fiscal frameworks often remain […]
March 10, 2026

“Outdated bus routes hobble rapidly changing ‘new’ Kochi,” D Dhanuraj Comments on changing commuting patterns.

Kochi public transport routes must adapt to changing commuting patterns, says CPPR chairman D Dhanuraj.
March 5, 2026
Kerala Election

“‘Kadakku Purathu’ vs ‘Irunda Kalam’: Can digital campaigns shape Kerala’s electoral narrative?” — D Dhanuraj of Centre for Public Policy Research weighs in on the online political battle ahead of the Kerala Assembly Elections 2026

Kerala online political campaigns 2026 highlight the rivalry of ‘Kadakku Purathu’ and ‘Irunda Kalam’ as parties shape narratives ahead of elections.
March 5, 2026
Vyttila

“Unclogging Vyttila: Fixing Kerala’s busiest junction needs more than a flyover”

Vyttila junction faces chronic congestion. Fixing Kerala’s busiest traffic hub requires broader transport planning beyond flyover solutions.
February 26, 2026

EP 22 | Rebuilding Momentum in 2026: The Canadian Prime Minister’s Visit to India

  As India and Canada move toward stabilising a relationship that witnessed diplomatic strain in recent years, the proposed 2026 visit of the Canadian Prime Minister marks a critical moment in bilateral recalibration. Anchored by the resumption of Comprehensive Economic […]
February 10, 2026

“Vyttila flyover: The bridge on the river of hue and cry,” D Dhanuraj of CPPR on what went wrong at Vyttila and how the chaos can still be fixed

Nearly 80% of traffic at Vyttila moves east–west. D Dhanuraj of CPPR explains why the flyover ignores this reality and how the chaos can be corrected.
February 10, 2026

“It is unclear what problem the proposed nativity card is actually trying to solve,” notes D. Dhanuraj, founder-chairman of the Centre for Public Policy Research.

D. Dhanuraj of CPPR flags risks in Kerala’s proposed nativity card, noting possible impacts on long-term residents, interstate migrants, and electoral roll integrity.
February 5, 2026

Event Report — India & Maldives: Sailing the MAHASAGAR Together | CPPR | ICWA

Addressing India–Maldives relations, this session focused on maritime cooperation, regional stability, and the MAHASAGAR initiative in the Indian Ocean Region.
February 4, 2026

D Dhanuraj of CPPR on growing concerns surrounding digital ‘master boards’ in Kochi

D Dhanuraj of CPPR raises concerns over digital ‘master boards’ in Kochi, citing pedestrian safety issues, visual clutter, and distraction to motorists.
February 3, 2026

D Dhanuraj of CPPR comments on the Kerala Budget 2026

CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj offers expert analysis on the Kerala Budget 2026.
February 3, 2026

D Dhanuraj of CPPR raises concerns on allocation for the KMTA and Kochi Metro Phase 2

Dr Dhanuraj was speaking to TINE about allocation for the KMTA and Kochi Metro Phase 2
January 28, 2026
India-EU-Summit 2026

EP 21 | India-EU Summit 2026: Trade, Strategic Convergence, and the Road Ahead | Policy Beyond Borders

      As India and the European Union enter a decisive phase in their strategic partnership, the India-EU Summit 2026 marks a turning point in trade, security, and global cooperation. Anchored by the long-awaited India-EU Free Trade Agreement, the […]
December 31, 2025

Enabling Low-Fee Private Schools for Better Learning Outcomes

In this video, the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Kochi, Kerala, presents key insights from its research on Low-Fee Private Schools (LFPS) across 5 Indian States, namely Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. LFPS educate a significant […]