CPPR in the News

March 17, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in The Hindu on the Encroachments by Shops/Kiosks on Kochi Footpaths & Roads

Rampant encroachments pose a safety threat to pedestrians—stakeholders express concern A shop has fully encroached on the footpath of the GCDA-owned Kaloor-Kadavanthra Road. The increasing number of encroachments on footpaths and roads in Kochi city and its immediate suburbs were […]
March 14, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in Rest of World on the Decline of Ola Electric Mobility

India’s largest EV company struggles to maintain its edge as legacy players tap into customer trust and brand loyalty. Ola Electric dominated the EV sector for the first five years, attracting big investments and outshining established mobility companies. Its present […]
February 25, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in Eastern Eye on PM Narendra Modi’s US Visit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US president Donald Trump forge closer ties in White House talks The relationship between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been marked by strong personal camaraderie and strategic […]
February 20, 2025

CPPR’s D Dhanuraj Moderates Panel Discussion on Union Budget 2025-26

Experts highlight Union Budget’s growth potential at Kozhikode panel discussion   Dr Dhanuraj participated as a moderator at the Union Budget 2025-26 panel discussion, organized by the Dr. John Mathai Centre, Thrissur; the Department of Economics, Calicut University; and the […]
February 12, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in TNIE on the plans for Marine Eco City in Kochi by KSHB

The project, mooted about a decade ago, is back in the news with the state budget document announcing that the Rs 2,400-crore plan will be implemented soon Site near Marine Drive, where the Marine Eco City will come up The […]
February 12, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in TNIE on Kerala Budget 2025 boost for Public Transport Sector

The public transport sector is one of the core areas in development and has been given much focus in the Kerala Budget 2025. A slew of measures such as cutting down road tax for stage carriers, introducing metro in more […]
February 11, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in THE WEEK on Court Fee Hikes proposed in Kerala Budget

Kerala Government Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal The latest Kerala budget has an interesting resource mobilisation measure—court fee hikes. The state Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal announced that the state government anticipates an additional Rs 150 crore from this revision. D […]
February 7, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR gives an exclusive interview with The Week on the Kerala Budget 2025

D Dhanuraj gets candid with Nirmal Jovial of The Week talking about the Kerala Budget 2025 and the Kerala Economy The state government in Kerala faces a severe financial crisis and struggles to generate resources even for its day-to-day affairs. […]
February 7, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in TNIE on the positive Union Budget 2025 proposals for India’s Shipbuilding Industry

The latest Union Budget 2025 has set its sights on enhancing the nation’s shipbuilding capacity. Experts predict that the budget’s incentives and focus on shipbuilding will have a profound impact on Kerala’s maritime landscape, driving growth and innovation in the […]
January 27, 2025

D Dhanuraj of CPPR Comments in TNIE on the proposed ‘Silent Zone’ plan in Kochi

The idea of a ‘silent zone’ in Kochi was recently mooted by the Kochi Mayor M Anilkumar. A silent zone is an area undisturbed by unwanted or harmful outdoor sounds created by human activities. The mayor proposed to designate the […]
October 23, 2024

Reforms to Promote Shared Mobility for Economic Empowerment and Growth in Rural India

  Context Transportation is a critical issue in rural India, with limited and unorganised connectivity severely restricting access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. India’s rural population is around 64.13% of the total population. India invests […]
October 22, 2024

Indian Coastal Think Tank Network: Addressing Traditional and Non-traditional Challenges in the Indian Coastal Region from Regional and National Perspectives

The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) is an arena of great geopolitical and geo-economic importance for India and the rest of the nations in the Indo-Pacific. This region boasts the presence of many regional organisations such as the QUAD, AUKUS, IORA, […]
October 21, 2024

Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms Combating Gender Based Violence

According to UN Women, gender-based violence refers to “harmful acts directed at an individual or a group of individuals based on their gender. It is rooted in gender inequality, the abuse of power and harmful norms”. In 2021, the World […]
October 20, 2024

Role Of Markets In Indian Road Transport System

October 19, 2024

Kochi Dialogue 2025

What is Kochi Dialogue? Kochi Dialogue is a Track 1.5 diplomacy conclave organised by the Centre for Public Policy Research, Kochi, in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. It is a global channel that explores synergies […]