local governance

Despite reservation, women face an obstacle race both before and after rural elections. Urgent interventions in policy and practice are needed for true gender equality in Panchayati Raj institutions.

The potential of local governance in India remains largely untapped. Here’s how capacity building and reforms can help strengthen gram panchayats.

Regular land audits and access to data can help the panchayats prevent encroachment and better govern the common lands.

Civic enthusiasm garnered during the pandemic has lost steam in the face of political fluidity and administrative apathy.

A handy guide on the many ways in which citizens can engage with the government beyond voting, and make a difference in policy at a local, state, and national level.

Working with government systems can be challenging, but rewarding too. Here's how nonprofits can foster sustainable and impactful partnerships with the government.

Over the last decade, public participation in urban governance has evolved rapidly. Here’s how cities can effectively give citizens a stake in decision-making.

The urban challenges of small towns are different from those of larger cities. Urban planning needs to account for these unique vulnerabilities.