Articles by Amarjeet Sinha
Developed India needs the dignity of development
There has been a significant reduction in chronic poverty, but India has a long way to go to ensure opportunity for all to realise their fullest human potential
Published on Mar 27, 2024 11:35 PM IST
Behind the rise in rural consumption spending
The National Rural Livelihood Mission, better targeting and delivery of benefits, wider reach of digital public infrastructure have contributed to the spurt
Published on Feb 28, 2024 10:00 PM IST
What makes government schemes and missions work
Community connect, respect for the federal principle, civil society partnerships and women-led development are necessary conditions for a more inclusive India.
Published on Feb 08, 2024 10:06 PM IST
Reaching the Deprived: Lessons from SECC
SECC 2011 was path-breaking in creating a constituency of the deprived. While updating it will be tough, it must be done. A real-time social registry of the deprived is the way to leave no one behind.
Updated on Mar 28, 2023 08:29 PM IST
A plan for better CSR funds to boost rural livelihoods
How can corporate firms secure value for money with their expenditure on improving lives and livelihoods? A few key points of action are placed below.
Published on Dec 18, 2022 07:27 PM IST
Why development projects are critical for rooting out extremism
Development projects bolster internal security and help policing become more focused and result-oriented, ensuring a government-people bond. This is crucial because the battle against internal terror cannot be fought without the help of the people
Updated on Oct 25, 2022 06:35 AM IST
The need for Centre-state partnerships at every rung
The central, state, and local governments must work together to improve policy outcomes and deepen reforms.
Published on Jul 21, 2022 09:57 PM IST
Investing in frontline health staff is crucial
Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA), the only activists in a public health care system, has made a perceptible difference tackling the Covid-19 crisis
Updated on May 25, 2022 10:51 PM IST
Amarjeet Sinha
A model for equitable development | Opinion
A rural livelihood mission, through self-help groups, is transforming the lives of women
Updated on Dec 04, 2019 08:34 PM IST
Amarjeet Sinha
The government, is committed to implementing MGNREGA in letter and spirit
Union rural development secretary Amarjeet Sinha responds to an analysis piece on MGNREGA, which appeared in the website on October 26
Published on Oct 28, 2016 09:07 PM IST
Amarjeet Sinha
NHAM is the next logical step after NRHM
The NDA government is considering rolling out a National Health Assurance Mission to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare by the common man. Health is a State subject and the state’s ownership and thrust on governance determines its success. This is the lesson from the NRHM.
Updated on Aug 06, 2014 04:31 PM IST
Amarjeet Sinha
Put hygiene, safety on the menu
The death of 23 children in Bihar after eating food served as part of the mid-day meal scheme is a very sad event. Forensic investigations at 2 independent labs have found monocrotophos, a lethal pesticide, in very large concentration in the oil that was used. Amarjeet Sinha writes.
Updated on Aug 02, 2013 07:15 AM IST
Hindustan Times | Amarjeet Sinha, New Delhi/patna
Teaching misses the mark
If a student must better her grade, the school needs to change first, writes Amarjeet Sinha.
Updated on Jan 20, 2013 10:08 PM IST
Amarjeet Sinha
A finger on the pulse
The unsatisfactory performance of an under-funded public health system (PHS) often creates the impression that India can do without it. Amarjeet Sinha writes.
Updated on Nov 25, 2012 10:43 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Amarjeet Sinha