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Author: sachin nandha, trustee and director India is still incredibly poor. It’s a stark reality that I couldn’t ignore as I travelled across the north-eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. Despite the glittering towers and booming industries in India’s metropolitan centres, there’s another India—an India that feels like it belongs to a different century. …

Travelling 200 Years in 4 Hours: A Journey Across Arunachal and Assam Read More »

Author: sachin nandha, trustee and director The concept of the state has long been a subject of deep inquiry and analysis, from the works of classical political philosophers to modern-day commentators. A state, fundamentally, is composed of several critical pillars—the judiciary, military, bureaucracy, and often an elite class that holds significant influence. However, the essence …

The Indian State: An Intrusive Legacy with Lofty Goals Read More »

Author: Pravar Petkar, Head of Strengthening Democracy Desk In one of his first statements to Parliament as the new Prime Minister of the UK, Sir Keir Starmer referenced the lack of confidence in contemporary British politics, stating that “the need to restore trust should weigh heavily on every Member here, new and returning alike.” This …

Accountability, Participation and Civic Education: The Roadmap Towards Sustainable Democracy?  Read More »

Author: sachin nandha, trustee and director Can PM Modi’s government deliver what India needs? India faces significant long-term economic challenges that require substantial policy reforms to unlock its true potential. Despite being branded as “Modinomics,” the economic policies under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure have not deviated significantly from interventionist and socialist practices. This branding …

Reflections on India’s New Budget Read More »

Author: sachin nandha, trustee and director In the vibrant tapestry of India’s democracy, elections are the most vivid threads, woven with the hopes, aspirations, and voices of over a billion people. Yet, beneath the colorful surface lies a complex and often troubling reality. As we journey through the electoral landscape of India, we uncover the …

The Cost of Democracy: A Critical Look at India’s Electoral Landscape Read More »

Author: Pravar Petkar, Head of Strengthening Democracy Desk The 2024 General Election in the UK has brought an end to 14 years of Conservative government, ushering in a Labour regime with a landslide election victory. Of the 650 seats in the UK Parliament, the Labour Party has won 412, with the Conservatives on 121, and …

The Democratic Implications of the 2024 Labour Landslide Read More »

We decided to ask the community. On 8th June 2024, a new group called Hindus for Democracy suddenly came out of nowhere and joined the din of faith-based groups presenting political manifestos. Our diaspora desk took the initiative to investigate why this group, a loose composition of various Hindu organisations, felt the need to produce a …

What is the need for yet another faith-based manifesto? Read More »

Author: Chloe Schuber, Operations Assistant : Strengthening Democracy Desk 26th of May. Rishi Sunak proposes reintroducing mandatory national service for 18-year-olds where the ruling Conservative Party is reelected. This announcement was recent, politically, as well as electorally strategic, given contrasting statements from the party days before. This strategic move by Sunak has stirred controversy and …

Rishi Sunak’s National Service: Insights and Discussion   Read More »