Skill Development for Persons with Disabilities in India 2000 to 2026
Over the past two and a half decades, skill development for persons with disabilities in India has undergone a significant transformation. Around the year 2000, vocational training opportunities were limited, largely charity-driven and concentrated in a few urban centres. Today, persons with disabilities are increasingly recognised as rights holders, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and contributors to […]
Seeing Mangrove Restoration as a Living System
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. Mangrove restoration sits at the intersection of climate action, community […]
AI and critical thinking in education: The Answer Came Too Easily
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 […]
AI in Promotions: Should AI Decide Who Gets Promoted?
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. Promotion is one of the most sensitive decisions an organisation makes. It decides who […]
Reflections from the Dr. Reddy’s Foundation Annual Call, 2026
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. This year’s call. It carried a sense of occasion that went well beyond the usual rhythm of review and sharing. Following three milestones made […]
Biochar for Soil Fertility in India: From Technical Promise to Bankable Scale
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 […]
Beyond English: Why Inclusive EdTech Must Be Multilingual
This blog explores why language access is central to inclusive edtech and why multilingual learning matters for real educational equity. It looks at how platforms can become more accessible, effective, and relevant when learners are able to learn in the language they know best. We often describe the internet as a global space, but access […]
Mangrove Wetlands Restoration: A Field Experience from Tadatalav
The blog offers a personal perspective from a marine biologist involved in the mangrove wetlands restoration initiative of Dr. Reddy’s Foundation in Tadatalav, Gujarat. The blog also shares why mangroves matter for biodiversity, shoreline protection, and climate resilience, while reflecting on the technical and field realities of restoration work. Mangrove restoration site at Tadatalav, Gujarat, […]
The Evolution of Indian Sign Language: From Policy to Participation
This blog examines how policy changes and technological advancements are building a more inclusive future for the Deaf community by promoting Indian Sign Language. India is home to one of the largest Deaf and Hard of Hearing populations globally. While Census 2011 recorded approximately 5 million Deaf individuals, organizations like the National Association of the Deaf and the WHO suggest the […]
English Reading: Building Literacy in India’s Public Schools
This blog breaks down why English Reading remains a critical gap in India’s public schools, and what that means for equity and learning outcomes. The blog details a clear, classroom-relevant approach to teaching reading (decoding + meaning), especially for children with limited English exposure. English Reading is an essential skill, it is the gateway to […]