Democracy in motion bmc pic Courtesy: JyotiParekh/Wikimedia Commons
9 August 2012

Democracy begins at home

Participatory governance, especially at the local level, can transform a locality into an ideal community. The experience of officials working with the municipal corporation for bringing about changes in Colaba, South Mumbai, demonstrates the potential of people’s involvement in democracy on the ground.

eutrophication&hypoxia Courtesy: eutrophication&hypoxia/Flickr
18 November 2011

26/11: National Day Of Remembrance

Mumbai is surrounded on all sides by water and is just as vulnerable to attack by sea as it was on 26/11. Maharashtra needs formalised maritime governance - a coordination of all maritime activity with a constant, collective awareness of the surrounding maritime domain.

jp's 26,11 piece Courtesy: Vinu/Flickr
18 November 2011

The Right to Security Act

An active, vigilant citizenry is a vital partner in the fight against terrorism. However, Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan, founder of the Lok Satta Party, argues that this can only be possible with a new legal framework that emphasises efficiency and inclusiveness.