A Mahendran is Assistant Professor of Economics, VIT University, Vellore
How to make Budget discussions in Parliament more fruitful
Both ruling and opposition parties need to play constructive and responsible roles
Budget 2023-24: Do you know what growth rate actually implies?
Before arriving at conclusions regarding growth, one has to be really aware of the factors and variables that determine it
Why Tamil Nadu’s breakfast scheme should be replicated in other states
It is cost-effective and generates income
Independent India @ 75: It has taken a lot to be food-secure
From begging other countries for food to overflowing grain stocks, it has been a long journey; however, the government must adopt environment-…
Food security policy formulation: What can India learn from other countries?
Food shortage, inflation, irrational polices: What not to do to avoid economic disasters
One Nation One Ration Card: Good intention but implementation may be difficult
The nature, price and quantity of items supplied through the public distribution system varies from state to state
Tamil Nadu’s COVID-19 relief scheme is well-intentioned, but can be more efficient
The cash benefit can be directly credited into the bank account of the card-holders
How Tamil Nadu's Amma Canteen scheme stood the test of time
The scheme has successfully catered to poor people for years and was modified to adapt to the pandemic crises
Amma Canteen Scheme: An unexpected, but pleasant gift amid COVID-19
Amma canteen scheme an effective mechanism to serve migrants during lockdown
Cyclone Gaja case study: Relief fund not enough to rebuild even a wall
Residents of a village in Tamil Nadu are struggling to make ends meet with the compensation provided by the government
Lessons from Cylone Gaja to Tamil Nadu
While the state government’s precautionary measures have helped save many lives, the cyclone offers some very important lessons for the future
Amma, we want some more
Food subsidy has attained a new meaning in Tamil Nadu, where government-run canteens are feeding a growing urban poor population