Reports & Papers
July 15, 2026
Kerala, endowed with an extensive network of rivers, backwaters, wetlands, and paddy fields, possesses immense potential for inland fisheries and aquaculture. Despite these natural advantages and a strong fisheries tradition, the state continues to depend predominantly on marine fisheries, while […]
July 14, 2026
Kerala’s bus network is in structural decline. The availability of bus services in the state fell from one bus for every 910 people in 2000 to one for every 2,807 people in 2023 (CPPR, 2026). Over the same period, private […]
July 14, 2026
Mission Samudra and Kerala's Tourism Potential: Manoj P V explores how Kerala can boost tourism through its maritime economy and coastal heritage.
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 13, 2026
Every day, millions of Indians depend on shared autos, vans, jeeps, tempos, and other forms of shared transport to reach workplaces, schools, hospitals, markets, and public transport hubs. These services are so deeply embedded in daily life that most commuters […]
July 13, 2026
The Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) marks a significant shift in India’s approach to urban development by promoting market-based financing, integrated planning, and financially sustainable infrastructure. This paper critically examines whether the scheme can achieve its transformative objectives, highlighting key challenges […]
July 8, 2026
ആലുവയിലെ തുരുത്ത് ഇന്ന് ഒറ്റപ്പെട്ട ഒരു ദ്വീപല്ല. അഞ്ച് പാലങ്ങളാണ് തുരുത്തിനെ പുറംലോകവുമായി ബന്ധിപ്പിക്കുന്നത്. അതിൽ മൂന്നെണ്ണം വാഹനഗതാഗതത്തിന് അനുയോജ്യവുമാണ്. റോഡുകളുണ്ട്, വാഹനങ്ങളുണ്ട്, ആലുവ പട്ടണം ഏതാനും കിലോമീറ്റർ മാത്രം അകലെയുമാണ്. എന്നിട്ടും കുറഞ്ഞ ചെലവിൽ യാത്ര ചെയ്യുക എന്നത് പലർക്കും ഒരു വെല്ലുവിളിയാണ്. കേരളത്തിലെ ഗ്രാമീണ ഗതാഗതത്തിന്റെ യാഥാർഥ്യം ഈ വിരോധാഭാസത്തിലാണ് ഒളിഞ്ഞിരിക്കുന്നത്. […]
July 6, 2026
India China relations require a balanced strategy that combines national interests, economic resilience, and diplomatic engagement.
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.