Category Agriculture, Food, Nutrition Security and Rural Development

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Fortified Rice Initiative (2021): Addressing Hidden Hunger among Children

Malnutrition continues to be one of India’s biggest public health challenges, even with significant improvements in food production and economic development. Food security has increased, but many people still experience hidden hunger, a type of malnutrition caused by a lack of essential vitamins and minerals, even when calorie intake is sufficient. Where hidden hunger weakens immunity, hinders cognitive development, lowers learning capacity, and decreases productivity. Ultimately, this limits human capital development and economic growth.

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Conservation and Livelihoods: The Untold Story of India’s Buffer Zone Communities

India is celebrated worldwide for its remarkable conservation achievements. From the recovery of tiger populations to the expansion of protected areas, the country has demonstrated a strong commitment to preserving its rich biodiversity.

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AgriSURE: Strengthening the Agri-Start-up Ecosystem

Agriculture remains the prime pulse of the Indian economy, forming the foundation of India's socio-economic development. The Agriculture and Allied Sector accounts for around 18% of the total Gross Value Added (GVA) [as per the new GDP series with the base year 2022-23] and employs ~ 46% of the workforce.

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Reduction in Subsidised LPG Refills under PMUY: Assessing Affordability and Sustainability of India’s Clean Cooking Transition

Policy UpdateMadhesh Raj P R Background The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) was introduced by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on May 1 2016, as a welfare scheme aiming…

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One Nation One Ration Card: Portability, Inclusion and Food Security

Lubina Dua Background India has one of the world’s largest food security systems, yet for decades it was anchored to geography. Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, subsidised food grains were distributed through the Public Distribution System (PDS)…

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Van Dhan Vikas Yojana

India has over 10.45 crore tribal people spread across more than 705 communities, most of whom live in or near forested areas. For these communities, Non-Timber Forest Produce (NTFP) is not just supplementary income, it is central to how households sustain themselves.

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