Research Blogs
New Generation Cooperatives in India: A Vehicle for Achieving Sustainable Developments by 2030
The world is under severe pressure, putting sustainable development at risk for most people. For example, population growth, growing inequalities, poverty, climate change, or sustainabil..... Read More
Beyond Financial Inclusion: The Future of Microfinance in India
Indian government’s recent financial budget for the fiscal year 2023-24 had numerous implications for various sectors, including microfinance. Microfinance has been a significant contributor to.... Read More
A Snapshot of the Rural Infrastructure Development Funds (RIDFs) in India- The Way Forward
The inter-connection of infrastructure with economic growth paves the way to focus on creation of rural and urban infrastructure for the overall development.... Read More
Green Bonds- A new armour in the kitty for India’s agricultural investment needs
The agricultural sector plays a unique role in developing the Indian economy due to its involvement in alleviating poverty and the potential.... Read More
Agriculture and Rural Finance Lab
The Agriculture and Rural Finance Lab promote high-end research in rural development. We provide resource management and financial solutions to rural clients through active sharing of knowledge and collaboration. Our lab comprises of faculty members, researchers and scholars from Center for Rural Development and Innovative Sustainable Technology
in association with Agricultural and Food Engineering Department, IIT Kharagpur.