Tag: Andhra Pradesh

Digital Governance: Is Krishna a Glimpse of the Future?

The state of Andhra Pradesh is recognized as a leader in using technology to improve the delivery of public services, programs and subsidies. Many of its innovations were piloted in Krishna District, which has been visited by development agencies and delegations from many countries.

Jul 3, 2019

Arshi Aadil, Alan Gelb, Anurodh Giri, Anit Mukherjee, Kyle Navis and Mitul Thapliyal

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Digital governance: Is Krishna a glimpse of the future?

Earlier this year we undertook a field study of Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh (AP), together with collaborators from Centre for Global Development, to understand the experience and perceptions around digital governance reforms.

Nov 8, 2018

Alan Gelb, Anit Mukherjee and Kyle Navis

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Andhra Pradesh’s Public Distribution System: A Trailblazer

This note highlights how the state of Andhra Pradesh stands out as a pioneer in automating the Public Distribution System and has achieved impressive savings in terms of cost.

Apr 5, 2016

Lokesh Singh, Sainath Sunil, Isvary Sivalingam and Garima Mishra

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Access to credit in Andhra Pradesh post microfinance crisis

A study conducted by MicroSave in Andhra Pradesh in 2011 highlighted the importance of MFIs as a source of accessible micro-credit for the low-income segment.

Apr 17, 2013

Denny George, Ghiyazuddin Mohammad, Raunak Kapoor and Anjaneyulu Ballem

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Andhra Pradesh MFI Crisis and its Impact on Clients

This paper features findings related to multiple borrowing, household indebtedness, loan purpose and client perspectives on availability of financing. Both studies validate the fact that the members of the community face issues raising credit in the absence of MFIs.

Aug 27, 2012

Ghiyazuddin Mohammad

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Public Relations Policy in MFIs – A “Nice To Have” or Necessity?

This Note highlights the increasing importance of public relations (PR) policies, and need for a structured approach to handle PR for a microfinance institution (MFI).

Aug 23, 2012

Abhishek Lahri, Graham Wright and Sharad Bangari

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