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During the past year, many committees and reports have happened on reforming higher education in India; several conferences on higher education reforms in India have been held. Many delegations of universities and higher education institutions have come to India from UK, USA, Australia, Canada and European Union seeking opportunities for collaborations and partnerships. One pattern that is common to all these discussions is the almost exclusive focus on programmes of teaching of technology and management. Is higher education reform only relevant to these two disciplines? Are international collaborations across institutions of higher education mainly concerned about courses in engineering and business?
This blog explores mobility challenges faced by women in Vypin, Kochi, highlighting how infrastructure alone does not ensure equitable access. It underscores the need to integrate participatory approaches with implementation for inclusive and meaningful development outcomes.
Insights from participatory research across Kochi, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad reveal that disability-inclusive mobility demands far more than infrastructure compliance. It requires recognising the diversity of disabilities, the intersecting barriers of gender and class, and the wisdom that communities hold in identifying practical solutions.
This blog, written by our intern Kush Rastogi, a B.A. English (Hons) student at Amity University, Noida, reflects on Dr. Rajesh Tandon’s podcast 'Reimagining Civil Society'. It captures powerful stories of literacy movements in India, highlighting civil society’s role in empowerment, innovation, and inclusive education.
