Research Publications

It examines the programme’s progress in enhancing millet production, processing, procurement, and consumption while highlighting implementation achievements, challenges, and future opportunities.

This evaluation study reviews the Grant-in-Aid Scheme of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, assessing scheme processes, implementation, monitoring, and outcomes.It examines education, health, and innovative projects supported through grants to voluntary organisations for tribal development.

Odisha Millets Mission explores the role of nutrient-dense millets in addressing malnutrition and climate challenges, highlighting implementation progress, production practices, and adoption challenges.

This study examines the status of financial inclusion among Adivasis in Central India, analysing access to financial services, government initiatives, and challenges. It explores financial inclusion through supply and demand dimensions, focusing on rural marginalized communities and Adivasis of the Central Indian Tribal Belt.

This working paper examines millets as a policy response to food and nutrition challenges, with a case study of the Odisha Millets Mission. It analyses food security concerns, millet potential, and the implementation framework and experiences of Odisha’s millet promotion initiative.

It examines the implementation of Apna Khet Apna Kaam through Cluster Facilitation Teams in Rajasthan, focusing on Bakani and Jhonthri blocks, key challenges, findings, and recommendations.