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It is said that policymaking is both an art and a science. It is a complex business. However, there is often a set guideline to assess the policy. It is mostly seen from the state's perspective, keeping input at the core. SKOCH State of Governance is the only initiative that sees a policy from citizen's perspective. We look beyond the government's way of evaluation. We evaluate the performance of programme and scheme based on evidence keeping in mind its impact on the citizen at the core.

SKOCH STATE OF GOVERNANCE 2019

SKOCH State of Governance report is one of the most awaited and discussed publications on the state of governance in the country. The focus on primary data and grassroots level interventions make it unique. This year the traditional frontrunner Gujarat has occupied the top spot, replacing West Bengal that had sprung a surprise in 2018. The report lists the best and the rest of Indian states and UTs on the basis of their performance.

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CENTRE'S GOOD GOVERNANCE INITIATIVES

Schemes and programmes spearheaded by the central government usually have multiplier effects on social welfare in key areas like health and education. While entries from states account for bulk of the projects shaping the State of Governance ranking, a substantial number of projects also came from the centre that made high impact at the grassroots level.

10+ mins

Gujarat Tops Skoch State Of Governance 2019

Gujarat has done it once again! The state has continued its growth story with impressive reforms and governance initiatives to emerge at the top of SKOCH governance rankings for this year. From technology-led welfare delivery to strengthening its skill development framework, the state is leaving no stone unturned to chart a course for development.

8 mins

GSRTC Focuses On Passenger Convenience And Efficiency

GSRTC has taken a number of innovative steps to improve efficiency and quality of services. This is the first state transport corporation in the country to have its own coach making facilities. To achieve the vision of Digital India the Corporation provides incentives on online ticket booking and also provides the option of group bookings.

3 mins

WEST BENGAL MARCHES ON BY USING TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL WELFARE

For a state that has been forever characterised with labour unrest and difficulty of doing business, West Bengal has pulled itself up through technology-based welfare delivery and has converted itself into a business hub. The state is looking to grow the fastest among its peers.

6 mins

Andhra Pradesh Continues As The Sunrise State

Andhra Pradesh is among those states, which has carved a space for itself. By focusing on technology-based solutions and improving citizen services, the state is setting examples for others to follow. This year, the state has showcased its work across healthcare, security services, easeof-doing-business and sustainable agriculture displaying its all-round potential.

7 mins

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Inclusion is the first and only journal in the country that champions the cause of social, financial and digital inclusion. With a discernable and ever- increasing readership, the quarterly relentlessly pursues the three inclusions through its rich content comprising analysis, reportage, features, interviews, grassroots case studies and columns by domain experts. The magazine caters to top decision makers, policy makers, industry captains, banking, financial services and insurance industries, economists, academia and civil society.