After decades in Silicon Valley and corporate boardrooms, Santashil Palchaudhuri left it all to serve the nation through the Indian Administrative Fellowship. This is a story of one technocrat’s journey from patents to policy, and how capital, code, and conscience came together to drive public impact.
More than money: Measuring quiet impact in poverty alleviation programs Read More »
When The Nudge Institute first took up presbyopia as a public health issue it put out the startling data that millions of Indians have problems with near vision. It reduces the quality of their lives and makes them less capable of work.
‘Sourced at Rs 85, we have glasses for everyone’ Read More »
Once a cohort of 8-10 organisations is selected from the applicant pool, they will kickstart their 20-month journey of developing and testing their idea for scalability and retention, among other outcomes.
41st anniversary of The Times of India, Bengaluru: Large-hearted ooru Read More »
Q. Growing up, what moments or influences shaped your interest in tackling environmental and agricultural issues through entrepreneurship? A. Growing up in a small village in Rajasthan, my childhood was closely tied to farming. My co-founder Narayan and I were among the few who pursued science and higher education — and our families often struggled
In coversation with Puran Singh, co-founder EF Polymer Read More »
“The motivation in a single statement, ‘Believe you can, and you’re halfway there’, has the power to lead one to achieve amazing feats, and I have witnessed it first-hand” says Riya Prasad, Block Lead, Economic Inclusion Program. Working closely with communities in Jharkhand, she has found moments of wisdom in redefining her approach to her
Learnings from the land Read More »
Yes, an opportunity to be a Nudgester opens doors for one to join the organisation’s impact journey, gain deeper exposure to complex social problems, level up in terms of skills, build emotional intelligence, and work with passionate allies. But, time, as it usually does, questions… what next? Taking charge of crafting their careers has allowed
Being a Nudgester beyond organisational functions Read More »
Building and navigating a career in social impact often brings a personal sense of fulfilment. This impact is often measured in job satisfaction, gratification, and the meaningful use of time and effort—even if it sometimes comes with financial trade-offs. For many, the reward lies in working for a good cause. But beyond this goal lies
Unpacking notions about the social sector Read More »
On a quest to work at an intersection with the government, Sreya Mozumdar realised her personal mission-ambition traversing The/Nudge Institute’s Economic Inclusion Program (EIP). After spending over 15 years in the social sector, transitioning to work with the government presented her with a whole new learning curve. “I remember telling John during the interview that
Confessions from the Social Sector Read More »
The social sector offers more than just volunteer work. It presents a dynamic career path where your expertise can create lasting change. Whether you’re a data analyst crunching numbers, a strategic project manager, a marketing juggernaut, or a sharp financial planner, your skills can uplift communities and create sustainable impact. India’s social sector houses non-governmental
Transitioning into social impact sector Read More »
Graduation from poverty is not a finish line, it’s a milestone on a longer journey. This blog draws from research and lived experiences to explore how households navigate life after economic inclusion programs, and what determines whether they thrive or struggle.
Why breaking the cycle of poverty is a journey, not a one-time event Read More »
