Social Cost–Benefit Analysis of School Health, Hygiene, and Sanitation Education Interventions (2024–2025)
This study conducts a social cost–benefit analysis of school-based health, hygiene, and sanitation education interventions implemented across selected regions in India. It quantifies economic and social returns by assessing health outcomes, behaviour change, reduced disease burden, and long-term productivity gains. Programme costs are compared against measurable benefits to households, schools, and public health systems. The analysis demonstrates strong value for money and highlights the role of preventive education in improving child health and learning outcomes. Findings provide evidence to support scaling and sustained investment in school health programmes.
Impact Evaluation of BCC Interventions under the School Health and Hygiene Education Programme (2024–2025)
This impact evaluation assesses the effectiveness of behaviour change communication (BCC) interventions under the School Health and Hygiene Education Programme. Using mixed methods, the study measures changes in knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to hygiene, sanitation, and health among students and teachers. It also evaluates programme reach, delivery quality, and contextual factors influencing outcomes. The findings demonstrate significant improvements in hygiene behaviours and awareness, while identifying areas for programme refinement. The evaluation provides actionable insights for strengthening BCC design and implementation in school-based public health initiatives.
Baseline Assessment of BCC Interventions under the Dettol School Health and Hygiene Education Programme (2023)
This baseline assessment establishes pre-intervention benchmarks for behaviour change communication initiatives under the Dettol School Health and Hygiene Education Programme. It analyses student knowledge, hygiene practices, school sanitation infrastructure, and stakeholder engagement. The study identifies behavioural gaps, contextual challenges, and opportunities for targeted messaging. Baseline findings inform programme design, monitoring frameworks, and outcome measurement, ensuring evidence-based implementation. The assessment serves as a critical reference point for subsequent impact evaluations and adaptive programme management.
External Evaluation of an Integrated Community Health Programme in Mayurbhanj District, Odisha (2011–2012)
This external evaluation reviews the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of an integrated community health programme implemented in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. The assessment examines service delivery, community participation, health outcomes, and institutional partnerships. Findings highlight improvements in health awareness, access to basic services, and community mobilisation, alongside operational challenges. The evaluation provides lessons for programme design, scaling, and integration with public health systems, contributing to evidence-based improvements in community health interventions.
Concurrent Evaluation of the National Rural Health Mission in Odisha and Chhattisgarh (2009–2010)
This concurrent evaluation assesses the implementation and performance of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. It examines service delivery, health workforce deployment, community engagement, and governance mechanisms. The study identifies best practices, bottlenecks, and inter-state variations in outcomes. Findings inform mid-course corrections and policy refinements, contributing to improved health system responsiveness, accountability, and equity in rural and underserved regions.
Baseline Assessment of ASM Communities in the Context of COVID-19 Impact Mitigation in KBK Districts (2020–2021)
This baseline assessment provides a comprehensive overview of the socio-economic conditions of ASM communities in Odisha’s KBK districts during the COVID-19 crisis. The study analyses livelihood dependence, income disruptions, access to health services, food security, migration patterns, and awareness of government relief measures. Primary data collection was complemented by community consultations and institutional mapping. The findings establish a reference point for designing and monitoring COVID-19 mitigation and recovery interventions, identifying priority needs for livelihood restoration, health outreach, social security coverage, and institutional coordination within vulnerable mining-dependent regions.
Feasibility Study for a State-Level Federation for 30 Women-Led FPCs in Odisha (2023–2024)
This feasibility study assesses the viability of establishing a state-level federation for 30 women-led Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) in Odisha. It analyses governance structures, financial sustainability, market integration, and service delivery potential. The study evaluates member needs, institutional readiness, and policy alignment, identifying opportunities for aggregation, collective bargaining, and capacity building. Recommendations provide a roadmap for federation design, phased implementation, and risk mitigation, supporting women-led institutional strengthening in agricultural value chains.
Training Needs Assessment of ASM Workers in India (2021)
This training needs assessment identifies skill gaps, capacity constraints, and workforce development priorities among ASM workers across key mineral-producing regions in India. The study analyses technical skills, occupational safety knowledge, environmental practices, financial literacy, and alternative livelihood readiness. Gender-specific training needs and barriers to participation are also examined. Findings support the design of modular, inclusive skill development programmes aligned with formalisation, safety standards, and value chain upgrading. The assessment provides actionable inputs for policymakers, training institutions, and development partners working to improve productivity, safety, and livelihood security in the ASM sector.