Articles
August 28, 2026
High-rise apartments are becoming increasingly important to Kerala’s urban housing landscape as urbanisation expands and the distinction between urban and rural areas continues to diminish. With limited developable land, a long coastline and extensive ecologically sensitive areas, the scope for […]
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 […]
March 18, 2026
A short 25-day campaign period puts pressure on UDF in Kerala elections, while LDF and BJP appear better prepared, says CPPR Chairman D Dhanuraj.
March 10, 2026
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
Kochi public transport routes must adapt to changing commuting patterns, says CPPR chairman D Dhanuraj.
March 5, 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 junction faces chronic congestion. Fixing Kerala’s busiest traffic hub requires broader transport planning beyond flyover solutions.
February 25, 2026
Eleven decisive factors that will shape the outcome of Kerala’s most consequential election in a generation. The local body elections in December 2025 effectively set the tone for Kerala’s 2026 state assembly elections. With the UDF’s decisive victory in those […]
February 10, 2026
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
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 4, 2026
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
Dr Dhanuraj was speaking to TINE about allocation for the KMTA and Kochi Metro Phase 2
December 17, 2025
After a long wait, labour codes have come into force. It’s now time for the state government to draft rules under the Code for its implementation on ground. Since Labour is a subject in the concurrent list, Labour Codes confer […]
December 6, 2025
CPPR’s report on the VAWG Workshop at Thiruvananthapuram, "Strengthening Institutional Mechanisms Combating Violence Against Women and Girls" covers insights, challenges, and institutional strategies to combat violence against women in Kerala | July 17-18, 2025