CPPR in the News
September 18, 2026
Power outages in Kerala: D Dhanuraj discusses improving electricity supply through microgrids, investment, PPPs and greater competition.
September 11, 2026
The feature highlights reckless driving by private bus crews in Kochi and calls for public transport reforms.
September 1, 2026
Behera’s Contributions to KMRL and the future of Kochi Metro, including non-fare revenue and public participation in urban transport planning.
July 25, 2026
Oceanarium Proposal for Kochi highlights D Dhanuraj's call for a clear blueprint, proper planning, and sustainable funding for the project.
July 13, 2026
D Dhanuraj highlights the need for clear mandates, stronger institutions, and holistic planning to improve Kochi’s urban governance and development.
July 6, 2026
Women's empowerment in Kerala must go beyond education and employment to address unequal power dynamics and spousal violence.
July 3, 2026
Organised by: Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), KochiIn collaboration with: Policy Planning & Research (PP&R) Division, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of IndiaDate: 18-20 November, 2026Venue: Kochi, Kerala, India Building the Next Chapter of India–GCC Relations Kochi Dialogue is […]
July 1, 2026
Student migration from Kerala continues to rise as students seek better education, careers, and global opportunities.
July 1, 2026
A total of 9 people died in a recent fire incident at a residential building in southwest Delhi’s Palam area. The National Crime Record Bureau data shows a decline in the number of fire accidents in India, a decrease from […]
June 30, 2026
Another academic year is opening in India, and with it, a fresh crop of institutions is announcing public policy programmes. Public policy has become something of a fashion statement in the university education world. Many will argue that they are […]
June 29, 2026
Kerala public transport must evolve with better connectivity, accessibility, and sustainable planning to meet changing travel needs.
June 24, 2026
Pedestrian infrastructure in Kochi faces multiple challenges. D Dhanuraj highlights the need for safer, accessible, and well-maintained footpaths.
June 22, 2026
Indira Guarantees remain central to Kerala's policy debate, with D Dhanuraj highlighting the need to balance welfare commitments with fiscal sustainability.
June 18, 2026
As Kerala’s new government presents its first Budget, this article argues that the state cannot compete through subsidies alone. Instead, Kerala must build a credible investment ecosystem based on regulatory certainty, labour flexibility, innovation, industry-academia collaboration, and quality of life […]
June 18, 2026
Kerala's Changing Electoral Landscape highlights the BJP's growing acceptance among sections of Ezhava voters, notes D Dhanuraj.