Affording to age better

Rajesh Shukla May 16, 2025

The share of India’s population aged 60 and above is projected to rise from 8.6% in 2011 to nearly 20% by 2050, according to UN Population Fund (UNFPA). Consumption varies among households with elderly members across economic groups, with stark contrasts between households comprising the rich (20%), middle (60%) and poor (20%)......

Caste Counts: Why Data Must Drive Justice

Rajesh Shukla May 2, 2025

India’s decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census marks a significant shift in how the state understands its people. This can be a transformative step towards evidence-based, inclusive governance — if implemented with care, clarity, and purpose.....