Mangrove restoration is more than planting saplings. It is about understanding how tides, soil, biodiversity, communities and continued monitoring work together over time. Drawing from a field visit to Gujarat, this blog reflects on what it takes to view restoration as a living, interconnected system.
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AI and critical thinking in education are at the centre of this blog, which explores how easier answers can sometimes make real learning less visible. It looks at why struggle, confusion, and independent reasoning are essential to building true understanding. The piece argues that AI can support students well, but only when it sharpens their thinking instead of replacing it.
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AI in promotions raises difficult questions about merit, bias, visibility, and the limits of data.
The piece offers a balanced view on where AI can help, where it can go wrong, and why human judgement must remain central to promotion decisions.
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Every year, our annual call serves a clear purpose: to share findings from the annual survey, review progress against last year’s organizational priorities, and set the agenda for the year ahead.
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Biochar for Soil Fertility is more than a technical idea. It is an emerging pathway for carbon removal, soil health, and rural resilience in India. This blog explores what it will take to move biochar from promising pilots to bankable scale, covering feedstock, technology, soil realities, farmer adoption, safeguards, and CSR’s role in building the ecosystem.
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Climate Action Strategy for a Better and Resilient Future – Action for Climate and Environment (ACE) Strategy (2026-30) In response to India’s escalating climate risks and to contribute to the country’s commitments under the Paris Agreement, the Sendai Framework, and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, DRF has designed its ACE Strategy. This strategy will serve
Improving Access & Quality of Health Care Services – Health Strategy (2026-2030) In response to the persistent gaps in rural primary healthcare and to contribute to India’s National Health Mission agenda and Universal Health Coverage priorities, DRF has designed its Health Strategy. This strategy will serve as a roadmap, directing our efforts towards strengthening public
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Improving the Well-being of Small and Marginal Farmers – Regenerative Agriculture Strategy (2026-2030) In response to the escalating challenges facing India’s small and marginal farmers, including climate variability, soil degradation, water scarcity, rising input costs, and income instability, and in alignment with national climate commitments and the Sustainable Development Goals, DRF has developed its Regenerative
Skilling and Livelihoods for Persons with Disabilities – PwD Inclusion Strategy (2026-2030) In response to the evolving challenges and emerging opportunities for Persons with Disabilities in India’s skilling and livelihood ecosystem, DRF has articulated its dedicated Skilling and Livelihoods Strategy for Persons with Disabilities for 2026-2030. This strategy builds on the achievements of over 29
Skilling for Impact – Youth Skilling Strategy (2026-2030) In response to the evolving challenges and emerging opportunities in the skilling and employment landscape, DRF has developed its Youth Skilling Strategy for 2026-2030. This strategy serves as a guiding framework to equip youth from low-income households with market-aligned foundational and technical skills for better employment or
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