RESEARCH & INSIGHTS

Publications

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The importance of making technology and digital systems integral to India’s social development efforts has never been greater.

Recounting our Learnings & Experiences from Pune

Dore, P, Parija, S, & Swani, S (2019). India’s First City Data Officer- Tata Trusts.

Moving Towards an Intelligent Transportation System - IOT driven buses in Ahmedabad.

Dore, P, Parija, S, & Swani, S (2019). Urban Caselet Series. Tata Trusts

Regional Diversity of Development in India: Agglomeration, Skills and Access to Finance

This study shows that India’s regional growth is driven by diversity, urbanisation, and access to finance—highlighting the rising role of smaller cities and the need for balanced, strong economic ecosystems.

Developing Resilience Strategies: Metropolitan Chennai Case

Dore, P, Kane, A, Parija, S, & Swani, S (2019). Urban Caselet Series. Tata Trusts

Monitoring Air Quality through Smart Poles : Case of Bhopal Smart City.

Dore, P, Parija, S, & Swani, S (2019). Urban Caselet Series. Tata Trusts.

Using Data to Improve Mechanised Door to Door Waste Collection : Learnings from Ahmedabad.

Dore, P, Parija, S, & Swani, S (2019). Urban Caselet Series. Tata Trusts.

An Analysis of Sectoral Diversity in India and its Determinants

The study shows that rising sectoral diversity is driven by skill intensity—not size—leading to more skilled jobs, stable employment, and tech-led growth.

Revolving Fund Mechanism Can Address Problems Relating to Delayed Fund Flow in Schemes:

Mahendru, V, Acharya, N, Teja, S, & Chaithanya, K (2020). A Case Study from Krishna, Andhra Pradesh. In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Extent of Fund Utilisation in Social Sector Schemes: Does it Conceal More Than it Reveals?

Acharya, N & Bose, M (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Availability and Capacity of Human Resources in Implementing Social Sector Schemes

Bose, M, Mahendru, V & Acharya, N (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Enhancing Transparency and Accountability through DISHA Committee Meetings: A Case from Bolangir, Odisha.

Kapoor, T, Acharya, N, Bose, M, & Mahendru, V (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Factors Constraining Fund Utilisation in Social Sector Schemes: An Overview.

Bose, M, Acharya, N & Mahendru, V (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Rigid Norms and Guidelines Affecting Utilisation of Funds in Social Sector Schemes

Acharya, N & Bose, M (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Online Treasury Portals Can Enhance Fiscal transparency at the District Level: A Case from Chandrapur, Maharashtra

Mahendru, V, Acharya, N, & Martiwar, S (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Fund Flow Mechanisms of Centrally Sponsored Schemes in Social Sectors

Acharya, N & Bose, M (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Strengthening Budget Information Architecture at the District Level

Acharya, N & Mahendru, V (2020). In P. Dore & S. Das (Eds.)

Organization Level Publications

Open Data for Urban India – Framework and Implementation Guidelines

Tata Trusts, Mumbai (Maharashtra)

The Road to Transforming a Village: Learnings from Tata Trusts’ DELTA Last Mile Linkage Project

Tata Trusts, Mumbai (Maharashtra)

Future of Governance

Democratic governance requires active citizen participation, accountability, and inclusive decision-making beyond just voting. Effective governance depends on collaboration between citizens, civil society, government, and the private sector. Digital tools and grassroots engagement can improve transparency and service delivery when designed, implemented, and adapted effectively.

RESEARCH & INSIGHTS

Publications

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Urban Caselet Series

Recounting our Learnings & Experiences from Pune

Moving Towards an Intelligent Transportation System - IOT driven buses in Ahmedabad.

Regional Diversity of Development in India: Agglomeration, Skills and Access to Finance

Developing Resilience Strategies: Metropolitan Chennai Case

Monitoring Air Quality through Smart Poles : Case of Bhopal Smart City.

Using Data to Improve Mechanised Door to Door Waste Collection : Learnings from Ahmedabad.

An Analysis of Sectoral Diversity in India and its Determinants

The Rural Budget Trails

Revolving Fund Mechanism Can Address Problems Relating to Delayed Fund Flow in Schemes:

Extent of Fund Utilisation in Social Sector Schemes: Does it Conceal More Than it Reveals?

Availability and Capacity of Human Resources in Implementing Social Sector Schemes

Enhancing Transparency and Accountability through DISHA Committee Meetings: A Case from Bolangir, Odisha.

Factors Constraining Fund Utilisation in Social Sector Schemes: An Overview.

Rigid Norms and Guidelines Affecting Utilisation of Funds in Social Sector Schemes

Online Treasury Portals Can Enhance Fiscal transparency at the District Level: A Case from Chandrapur, Maharashtra

Fund Flow Mechanisms of Centrally Sponsored Schemes in Social Sectors

Strengthening Budget Information Architecture at the District Level

Organization Level Publications

Future of Governance