Reports & Papers

March 19, 2024

Voter Awareness and Literacy Among Youth: A Study of College Electoral Literacy Clubs in Thiruvananthapuram

Since India’s first election in 1951, the electorate has made significant progress. In 2019, voter turnout reached an all-time high at 67.4%, with a remarkable gender parity. Several factors contributed to this achievement, including the introduction of SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ […]
March 13, 2024

Focus Group Discussion on Decriminalisation of Business Laws in Kerala

A focus group discussion was organised by the Kerala Management Association (KMA) in partnership with the Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) on ‘Decriminalisation of Business Laws in Kerala’ on March 1, 2024 at the Management House, Kochi.The discussion was […]
March 6, 2024

A comprehensive exploration of Shared Auto Services in Kochi

The report delves into the introduction of shared mobility, particularly the use of small vehicles catering to the unique transportation landscape of Kochi. Addressing the challenges posed by narrow roads and limited public transport access, our findings emphasize the significance […]
March 4, 2024

ഈ കുട്ടികൾ പഠിക്കാൻ മറുനാട് തേടുന്നതെന്ത്?​

CPPR’s Youth Leadership Fellowship 2023 fellow Cyril Sebastian’s study on Kerala’s student migration is featured in the news | News published on Kerala Kaumudi (04-03-2024) ധനമന്ത്രി കെ.എൻ. ബാലഗോപാൽ ഇത്തവണത്തെ സംസ്ഥാന ബഡ്ജറ്റിൽ വ്യക്തമാക്കിയത്, കൂടുതൽ തൊഴിലവസരങ്ങളും സൗകര്യങ്ങളും നൽകി യുവാക്കളെ സംസ്ഥാനത്തു തന്നെ പിടിച്ചുനിറുത്തുന്നതിലാണ് […]
February 27, 2024

Case Study on Pattambi Municipality Waste Management Practices, Challenges and Strategies

Waste management is an ever-pressing concern for municipalities across the globe, and Pattambi Municipality, nestled along the banks of the Bharathapuzha river in the Palakkad District of Kerala, India, is no exception. This case study, by CPPR’s Urban Fellow Noorbina […]
February 26, 2024

Why Kerala Youth are Migrating | Study Abroad | Cyril Sebastian | YLF

CPPR Youth Leadership Fellow Cyril Sebastian talking about his project and Kerala student migration on Myfin Point Media. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
February 16, 2024

Girl Student Migration from Kerala: Beyond Academic and Economic Opportunities

Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR), Kochi, has developed a survey questionnaire as part of an academic research project on the topic “Girl Student Migration from Kerala: Beyond Academic and Economic Opportunities.” The study primarily aims to fill the gap in […]
February 6, 2024

Policy change in higher education sector; a lot of time wasted | Kerala Buidget 2024-24 | D Dhanuraj | Asianet News

A lot of time has been lost in policy changes in the higher education sector, said Centre for Public Policy Research chairman D Dhanuraj. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of […]
February 5, 2024

Unclarity in the Budget on Foreign University Announcement | Kerala Buidget 2024-24 | Anu Anna Jo | Asianet News

Anu Anna Jo, Senior Associate at CPPR, discusses the Kerala State Budget 2024-25 at the Asianet News Program. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
February 5, 2024

പരിഷ്കരണ നടപടികൾ ഊർജിതമാക്കാൻ കേരളവും

News Published on Kerala Kaumudi Newspaper കൊച്ചി: കേരളത്തെ വളർച്ചയുടെ പുതിയ ഉയരങ്ങളിലേക്ക് നയിക്കാനായി സാമ്പത്തിക പരിഷ്കരണ നടപടികൾ ഇന്ന് ധനമന്ത്രി കെ.എൻ ബാലഗോപാൽ അവതരിപ്പിക്കുന്ന ബഡ്‌ജറ്റിൽ ഉണ്ടാകുമെന്നാണ് ധനകാര്യ വിദഗ്ദ്ധർ പ്രതീക്ഷിക്കുന്നത്. കടുത്ത സാമ്പത്തിക വിഷമതകളിലൂടെ നീങ്ങുന്ന സംസ്ഥാനത്തെ മികച്ച വളർച്ചയിലേക്ക് മടക്കികൊണ്ടുവരാൻ വിവിധ മേഖലകളിൽ ഘടനാപരമായ മാറ്റങ്ങൾ വരുത്താൻ ഇന്ന് ധനമന്ത്രി അവതരിപ്പിക്കുന്ന […]
February 1, 2024

Union Budget prioritizes women | Union Budget 2024 | Channel Discussion | Anu Maria Francis

Anu Maria Francis, Senior Associate at CPPR, participates in the Janam TV debate on the Union Budget 2024. Views expressed by the author are personal and need not reflect or represent the views of the Centre for Public Policy Research.
January 29, 2024

Kerala’s population begins to decline, How will migration change the future of Kerala?

A majority of Kerala youths who prefer popular destinations, including UK, Canada, Germany, USA, and Australia, to migrate for studies are from families earning less than Rs 5 lakh annually. Despite financial challenges, migration is feasible for many, largely owing […]
January 23, 2024

Socio-economic Conditions and Challenges of Street Vendors: A Case Study of Street Vendors in Kottayam Municipality

As a form of business requiring less initial investment and skills, street vending has emerged as a viable option for individuals with limited financial resources. Over time, it has become a preferred choice among the economically disadvantaged. The term “street […]
January 22, 2024

Youth Likes UK, Is This a New Migration Chapter?

A majority of Kerala youths who prefer popular destinations, including UK, Canada, Germany, USA, and Australia, to migrate for studies are from families earning less than Rs 5 lakh annually. Despite financial challenges, migration is feasible for many, largely owing […]
January 10, 2024

What’s up, Kochi?: 2023 was quite a year in terms of development in the city

The operations on other routes will commence after Cochin Shipyard Limited delivers the next batch of ferries. What’s up, Kochi?: 2023 was quite a year in terms of development in the city Great expectationsThe corporation’s draft master plan includes proposals such […]