Saahil Kejriwal

Saahil is a programme associate at Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS). Previously, he was an associate at IDR, and worked as an instructional designer at NIIT Ltd before that. Saahil has completed the Young India Fellowship, a postgraduate diploma in liberal studies, from Ashoka University, and holds a BA in economics from Hansraj College, University of Delhi. He spent his early years in Guwahati, Assam.

Articles by Saahil Kejriwal

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August 10, 2020

A post-pandemic utopia

Imagine everything is back to normal. There is no lockdown, quarantine, or COVID-19. We are finally in The Good Place.

by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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IDR Interviews | Rajendra Singh

‘Waterman of India’, Rajendra Singh, shares insights on how the availability of water improves all aspects of life in India, and why the COVID-19 pandemic has the potential to bring about a revolution in the country.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Smarinita Shetty | 8 min read

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This is the most opportune time for impact investing

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will see significant changes in how impact investing is approached. The crisis has also thrown up questions around the right form of capital and the right time to invest.

by Rachita Vora, Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read

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Fundraising & Communications

Understanding India’s proposed social stock exchange

Highlights from the newly released report on the social stock exchange—new funding sources, what it means for nonprofits and social enterprises, and how we can strengthen the ecosystem around it.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 7 min read

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Advocacy & Government

Is Jan Dhan money actually reaching people?

A rapid assessment survey highlights last-mile glitches in the distribution of government cash transfers during the lockdown.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 3 min read

A TV show for every quarantine mood

Regardless of whether you're feeling the need for some laughs, or something tangible to be angry about, we've got you covered.

by Devanshi Vaid, Saahil Kejriwal | 2 min read

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“Biodiversity may be the most critical science for our survival”

How we can solve for the climate crisis in India, and why the National Biodiversity Mission is crucial.

by Rachita Vora, Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read

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Ecosystem Development

February 29, 2020

Enabling India’s social sector

The legal framework governing civil society is too old and complicated, and it is keeping the sector from reaching its full potential.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read

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Advocacy & Government

February 20, 2020

“Prepare to be surprised”

Iqbal Dhaliwal, Global Executive Director of J-PAL shares important lessons he has learned over years of working with governments.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Smarinita Shetty | 8 min read

February 07, 2020

Seven things we learned from Dr Vandana Shiva

From understanding the true meaning of development to finding inspiration in Gandhi—here are important lessons for anyone fighting for a cause, and standing up to power.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 2 min read

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February 04, 2020

Can Indian farmers adapt to water loss?

A study on the impact of borewell failure on small-scale farmers shows that it directly leads to a decline in agricultural income.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 5 min read

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December 12, 2019

The environmental movement has made a few mistakes

Vance Martin on how the Western paradigm of development is hurting India, and what it will take to win the fight against climate change.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Smarinita Shetty | 6 min read

November 25, 2019

Talk development to me

We tried to imagine what people outside the sector might say if they had to talk about their jobs the way people in the social sector do.

by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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October 10, 2019

IDR Interviews | Dr Vandana Shiva

World-renowned scientist and biodiversity expert shares invaluable wisdom on the overlaps between indigenous and scientific knowledge, and how both can shape national and global policy.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Rachita Vora | 10 min read

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Philanthropy & CSR

September 11, 2019

Tapping into individual giving in India

While data suggests that giving by ordinary citizens is growing, there is much we can do to harness its full potential.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 6 min read

Finding a job in the development sector

The many emotions you feel while job hunting in the social sector, captured through moments from one of our favourite sitcoms—Parks and Recreation.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Shubhi Jindal | 1 min read

Village of widows

The government of Rajasthan promises a maximum of INR 750 as

by Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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Game of Thrones characters, re-imagined (no finale spoilers)

We found a surprising number of parallels between Westeros and the social sector, and with the series coming to an end, we thought we'd assign the characters some new roles.

by Ayesha Marfatia, Lamya Karachiwala, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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IDR Interviews | Lalsu Nogoti

The remarkable story of an Adivasi lawyer and social activist who has led peoples’ movements against state development policies, and sought redress for human rights violations of his people in conflict-ridden regions of Maharashtra.

by Saahil Kejriwal, Rachita Vora | 9 min read

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December 10, 2018

10 'The Office' GIFs to get you through conference season

As much as you’d like to, you can’t escape conference season. The least you can do then, is attempt to laugh your way through some of it.

by Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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November 12, 2018

7 of your nonprofit colleagues we met on Tinder

You'll definitely swipe right on number 5.

by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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September 24, 2018

How to ace your nonprofit job interview

Job interviews can be nerve wracking, particularly if you're unsure of what to expect. But we've got you covered—here are some tips to keep in mind before that next job interview.

by Ayesha Marfatia, Saahil Kejriwal | 1 min read

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