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Swachh Bharat Mission – A Transformative Shift in Bharat’s Sanitation Landscape

The Swachh Bharat Mission, launched in 2014, revolutionized India’s sanitation landscape, addressing long-standing inequalities and driving a nationwide behavior shift. This research paper explores how innovative, affordable technologies and collective responsibility reshaped public health. It also highlights the mission’s profound impact on women’s dignity, safety, and hygiene, marking SBM as a global public health success.

From Neglect to Reverence – The Evolving Tribal Narrative

This paper examines the historical marginalisation of India’s Scheduled Tribes, focusing on the neglect under previous governments and the transformative initiatives since 2014 under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. From socio-economic challenges to policy-driven upliftment, the study highlights case studies of progress in health, education, infrastructure and cultural preservation.

Jal Jeevan Mission: Transforming Rural Water Access

An overview of the Jal Jeevan Mission, launched in 2019, aimed at providing tap water connections to every rural household in India. The paper highlights the mission’s success in reaching over 78% of rural households, improving public health, empowering women, and creating employment. The initiative emphasises community ownership, water quality testing, and sustainable water management.

A Decade of Ensuring Financial Security for Farmer – PM Fasal Bima Yojana

The policy paper outlines the success of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY), India’s largest crop insurance scheme, launched in 2016. It highlights how PMFBY, through technology and financial support, safeguards farmers from crop losses due to natural calamities. Covering over 80 million farmers, it enhances agricultural resilience and income stability, driving sustainable growth.

Building Manufacturing Resilience for India’s Integration into Global Supply Chains

A detailed exploration of how India is positioning itself as a key player in global value chains. It highlights government strategies, such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, selective liberalisation, and technological advancements that aim to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on imports, enhancing resilience amid geopolitical challenges.