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30/08/2024

While the does lay emphasis on urban infrastructure through initiatives such as the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), questions arise about the inclusivity and holistic impact quotient of these development plans.

The article by Sanchari Mukhopadhyay and Ankita Shruti, published in The Aidem, attempts to examine the allocation and effectiveness of urban development funds from a growth perspective as well as in terms of the broader implications that the funds deployment have for sustainable and inclusive growth.

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The AIDEM continues its focussed analysis of the Union Budget 2024-25, this time with a special focus on proposals for urban development. While the Budget does lay emphasis on urban infrastructure through initiatives such as the Smart Cities Mission (SCM) and Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban....

02/08/2024

Did you know that the , a flagship program on water ends during this year!

Well with the for the financial year 2024-25 being presented, it provides an opportune moment to assess advancements in integrated Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) financing and to identify remaining challenges.

Read an article by Sanchari Mukhopadhyay and V R Raman of CBGA that examines the budgetary allocations, evaluating their impact on crucial WASH initiatives like the Jal Jeevan Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission, from a sustainability perspective.

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Integrated Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programme has been highlighted over decades as a crucial component of country level finance planning across the globe by several international agencies associated with the United Nations (UN), including the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). W...

29/07/2024

New Publication Alert!

Happy to share the next edition of CBGA's flagship publication on of ‘Revisiting the Priorities: Analysis of Union Budget 2024-25’.

The publication presents the analysis of covering revenue, expenditure, social sectors, economic domains, unorganised sector and the budget's responsiveness to marginalised communities and vulnerable groups.

Scan the QR code or click the link to access the insights here:

https://www.cbgaindia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Revisting-the-Priorities-An-Analysis-of-Union-Budget-2024-25.pdf

23/07/2024

Programme Alert!

Join CBGA's Webinar on Union Budget 2024-25 on July 26, 2024!

Register here now: https://forms.gle/EyCZHVbmZpvQLDyY7

Programme Details:

Date and Day: July 26, 2024 | Friday

Time: 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm (IST)

About the Programme:

Like previous years, CBGA is organising its flagship programme on the Union Budget on July 26, 2024. You are aware that this being an election year, the interim Union Budget was presented in February, 2024. The newly elected government will now be presenting a full budget for the year 2024-25 on July 23, 2024.

The programme will facilitate an informed discussion on the Union Budget 2024-25 with experts. The discussion will focus on the policy priorities in the budget and its implications for different sections of the population. The programme aims to strengthen public engagement with the discourse on fiscal policy priorities in the country.

Join the Programme, Engage with Experts, and Gain Crucial Insights!

02/05/2024

DIALOGUES AND DISCUSSIONS | Dr. Protiva Kundu from Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA will be one of the panellists discussing on profession during an online discussion.

The panel discussion is organised by the National Coalition for Education on May 3, 2024, online.

Link to join the discussion: rb.gy/qu4lbe

30/03/2024

DIALOGUES AND DISCUSSIONS | Glimpses from the Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA and Financial Transparency Coalition's panel discussion on the .

This discussion was held on March 30, 2024, at the 64th Annual Indian Society of Labour Economics - Isle Conference at the of Hyderabad.

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Raman VR

29/03/2024

The presents "Caring about Care: Exploring Intersectionality, Finances, and Challenges," a panel that promises to unravel the complexities of the care economy and its impact on economic empowerment, especially for women in India.

🗓️ Date: 30 March 2024 | ⏰ Time: 1300-1445 hrs
📍 Venue: Dr. Zakir Hussain Lecture Hall Complex: F6

Organized by the Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA and the Financial Transparency Coalition (FTC), this session, led by V R Raman, Executive Director of CBGA, will set the stage for a series of enlightening presentations and discussions.

Join us for a comprehensive exploration of the care economy, from public provisioning and the perceptions of care workers to the broader challenges and policy pathways that can lead to more inclusive and empowering care systems in India and beyond.

28/03/2024

DIALOGUES AND DISCUSSIONS | Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA and Financial Transparency Coalition are organising a panel discussion at the 64th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Labour Economics - Isle at University of Hyderabad.

📆 March 30, 2024 (Saturday)
🕐 1-2.45 p.m. IST

Chair and discussants:
Kavitha Balakrishnan (Government College of Fine Arts, Thrissur, Kerala)
Prajval Shastri (Raman Research Institute)
Raman VR (Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA)

Paper presentations from Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA:
Mitali Gupta
Sanchari Mukhopadhyay
Sarah Farooqui
Sayam Siddha

18/03/2024

LECTURE SERIES | We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming session of Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA's Lecture Series on and .

Mr. Xerxes Rao (Head, Urban Planning, Urban Management Centre (UMC) will be delivering a talk on 'Empowering Collectives: Amplifying Voices, Advancing through National Urban Livelihoods Mission.'

📆 March 20, 2024 (Wednesday)
⏲ 4 - 5.30 p.m. IST
🌐 Online (Zoom)

Register here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHHGFiiOPLkq9oCnoq-Fv1YyR1nNyrUYJ-_Rb4irpSqxZpVw/viewform?pli=1

We look forward to your participation!



Raman VR

18/03/2024

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS | Key takeaways from Dr. Protiva Kundu's talk at ' . . : A National Consultation', March 18, 2024:

1. Paucity of disaggregated is a challenge for making inclusive

2. Budgets can ensure inclusive education.

Thank you, India and Shiksha Lokam! Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA looks forward to continuing these dialogues and efforts for advancing .



Raman VR

15/03/2024

DIALOGUES AND DISCUSSIONS | Dr. Protiva Kundu from Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability - CBGA will be one of the panellists discussing in education.

This panel discussion is one of the events at ' . . . - A National Consultation' organised by Breakthrough India and Shiksha Lokam on March 18, 2024, at Bangalore International Centre.



Raman VR