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While our focus is primary research i.e. data collection, we also engage in providing other services such as, survey tool designing, monitoring and evaluation and conducting impact assessments together with research (qualitative and quantitative) and policy advisory services, across sectors such as health, education, water and sanitation etc., across India. Our clientele spans research institutes,

Universities, PhD students, NGOs, donor agencies, government departments and niche corporate organizations. We are looking to solve the first mile problem in the development sector, i.e. procuring reliable, relevant and actionable data, to catalyze the process of social change. We are trying to bring in additional measures of accountability, using technology and human capital. We believe technology, startups, and good intentions can change the world!

“7,400 HIV outbreak in Bihar.”That headline went viral - but the real data tells a different story.Bihar is not among In...
18/05/2026

“7,400 HIV outbreak in Bihar.”
That headline went viral - but the real data tells a different story.

Bihar is not among India’s high HIV prevalence states, yet thousands of cases are still detected every year.
• India’s adult HIV prevalence: 0.20%
• Bihar recorded 7,287 newly diagnosed HIV-positive cases in the SOCH/NACO 2023 dataset
• 4,000+ cases were reported in just 10 months of 2024–25

This isn’t about panic. It’s about awareness, testing, and fighting misinformation.

India’s power grid is changing faster than most people realize.For years, renewable energy had one major problem:“What h...
07/05/2026

India’s power grid is changing faster than most people realize.

For years, renewable energy had one major problem:
“What happens when the sun sets or the wind stops?”

Now batteries are becoming the answer.

India’s battery storage capacity is projected to jump from almost zero to ~1.08 GWh, with policy support and falling battery costs accelerating adoption.

What’s even more interesting:
• ~26.7 GWh is already under construction
• ~61 GWh is under tendering
• ~236 GWh more will still be needed by 2032

This is bigger than just energy storage.

It means:
1) More stable renewable power
2) Lower dependency on fossil fuels
3) Faster electrification
4) A smarter, flexible grid for the future

The real energy revolution may not be solar panels or wind turbines alone -
it may be the batteries quietly powering everything behind the scenes.

India isn’t just generating clean energy anymore.
It’s learning how to store it.

Most people think AI is for fun. The data says otherwise.Over 36% of usage is coding - not chatting. AI is becoming a se...
06/05/2026

Most people think AI is for fun. The data says otherwise.
Over 36% of usage is coding - not chatting.

AI is becoming a serious productivity engine, not just a novelty.

From learning (~12-15%) to writing (~10%), the pattern is clear:
1) AI is amplifying high-skill work, not replacing thinking.

The real question isn’t “Are you using AI?”
It’s “Are you using it to create leverage?”
If you're still using AI casually, you're already behind.

The most underreported crisis in India's infrastructure story:1,73,826 people died on Indian roads in 2023.That's more t...
30/04/2026

The most underreported crisis in India's infrastructure story:

1,73,826 people died on Indian roads in 2023.

That's more than many wars, And it barely makes the front page.

As professionals who commute, travel for work, and build systems - this data should concern us deeply:

1) 4.64 lakh accidents in a single year
2) India = 11% of global road fatalities (WHO) with a fraction of global vehicles
3) Fatality rate is RISING, not falling
4) Overspeeding alone caused 1.19 lakh deaths

We celebrate expressways and 6-lane highways. But we are not matching that infrastructure investment with enforcement systems, trauma care networks, or driver education.

The economic loss from road accidents in India is estimated at 3-5% of GDP annually.

This is a public health crisis.
A governance failure , And an opportunity for better policy, better tech, and better awareness.

What's one change you think would make the biggest difference?

99% pass rate.Sounds incredible, right?But here's what no one tells you about CBSE Class 10 results In 2021, India recor...
23/04/2026

99% pass rate.
Sounds incredible, right?

But here's what no one tells you about CBSE Class 10 results

In 2021, India recorded a 99.04% pass rate.
Not because students suddenly became geniuses.
But because there were NO EXAMS.

That one data point tells you everything about how we measure "education."
Here's the full picture (2015–2025):
1) 2015–2018: Results FELL from 97% → 86%→ Stricter evaluation.
Policy changes. Students didn't change - the system did.

2) 2018–2021: Results CLIMBED back to 99%
→ COVID hit. No board exams. Everyone passed.

3) 2021–2023: Results CORRECTED to ~93%
→ Exams returned. Reality returned.

4) 2024–2025: Stable at ~93–94%
→ The "new normal."

The hard truth?
Pass percentages don't measure student intelligence.
They measure policy decisions.

When we celebrate a 99% pass rate without asking WHY -
we're measuring the wrong thing.

Real education reform isn't about pass percentages.
It's about what students actually know when they leave the classroom.

Are we tracking the right metrics?
Drop your thoughts below

India is transforming its railways faster than we think.Across the country, electrification has surged from ~20,000 km t...
22/04/2026

India is transforming its railways faster than we think.

Across the country, electrification has surged from ~20,000 km to ~69,000 km in just a decade under Indian Railways - nearly 99% of the network is now electrified.

But the real story isn’t just growth - it’s how evenly that growth is felt.

1) +46,900 km added (2014–2025)
2)~3,100 km/year expansion
3) Freight touching 1.67 billion tonnes

And here’s the real concern -
Infrastructure is growing fast, but connectivity, speed, and access still vary across regions.

Why this matters:
This isn’t just about trains - it’s about
• Economic growth
• Regional inequality
• Productivity & access

The real question is:
Is India’s railway growth truly inclusive - or just fast on paper?

Everyone is chasing users in AI.But Anthropic chose a different game.While ChatGPT dominated headlines,Claude focused on...
21/04/2026

Everyone is chasing users in AI.
But Anthropic chose a different game.
While ChatGPT dominated headlines,
Claude focused on monetisation, enterprise, and scalability.

Result?
1) Multi-billion revenue
2) Smaller but high-value user base

This flips a common startup myth:
Growth isn’t just about users - it’s about value per user.

What do you think matters more in 2026 - scale or revenue?

India is heating up faster than we think. Across India, temperatures are rising from ~30- 35°C to 40- 45°C+, but the rea...
17/04/2026

India is heating up faster than we think.
Across India, temperatures are rising from ~30- 35°C to 40- 45°C+,
but the real danger isn’t just heat- it’s heatstroke risk.

Some regions are already facing:
1) Severe risk (45°C+) - Rajasthan, MP, Vidarbha
2) High risk (40–44°C) - UP, Bihar, Gujarat, Odisha
3) Humid heat zones - Coastal regions (higher “feels like” temp)

And here’s the real concern - Temperatures are now running +4°C to +8°C above normal

Why this matters:
This isn’t just about weather anymore- It’s about:
1) Health risks (heatstroke, dehydration)
2) Outdoor work is becoming harder
3) Falling productivity

The real question is:
Is India prepared for rising heat risks?
How are you dealing with this extreme heat?

India’s LPG revolution looks complete… but the story isn’t.From 14.5 Cr to 32.8 Cr connections - access has expanded mas...
16/04/2026

India’s LPG revolution looks complete… but the story isn’t.

From 14.5 Cr to 32.8 Cr connections - access has expanded massively.
Schemes like Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana brought clean fuel to millions of homes.

But here’s the catch- Refill prices jumped from ~₹410 to ₹900+

Result?
Many households are using LPG less frequently
Some are switching back to firewood as backup
1) Access ≠ Usage
2) Connection ≠ Consumption

India solved the connection problem.
Now it faces the affordability challenge.

💬 What do you think matters more today - access or affordability?

India runs on its migrant workforce - from construction sites to city services. Yet, for years, their access to social s...
15/04/2026

India runs on its migrant workforce - from construction sites to city services.
Yet, for years, their access to social security remained fragmented.

The shift is visible:
1) ~45.6 crore internal migrants form the backbone of our economy
2) 30+ crore workers now registered on e-Shram
3) 100% ration portability achieved (ONORC)

But here’s the reality
1) Registration ≠ Protection
2) Access ≠ Security

Despite policy progress, gaps remain in:
1) Housing
2) Healthcare
3) Income protection
The question isn’t just about growth anymore- It’s about dignity, security, and inclusion.

💬 Are we doing enough for those who build our cities?

Gram Panchayats got richer on paper, not in control.1)Funding increased 3X since 20152) Own revenue stayed below 5%3) 2....
14/04/2026

Gram Panchayats got richer on paper, not in control.
1)Funding increased 3X since 2015
2) Own revenue stayed below 5%
3) 2.5 lakh+ Panchayats digitised via eGramSwaraj

More money came in, but real financial independence didn’t.
Stronger budgets. Same dependence.

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