Dear Reader,
If politics is about power, who helps shape how that power is exercised? From the rise of India’s electoral consulting industry our essay highlight this week unpack how policy and climate is evolving, and who’s driving the change. In climate+health corner research shows how unreliable snow threatens winter tourism and local livelihoods in India.
We also celebrate our Chandigarh community chapter’s latest meetup and open sign-ups for PPI’s Freelance Policy Network, connecting professionals across India for meaningful fully remote projects with PPI. Don’t miss this golden opportunity!
As always, thank you for reading and championing better policy.
With that, we bring to you: Policy Post #205!
Policy Charcha 💬
The best of Podcasts, Videos, Essays, Fellowships and other Career resources from the world of Policy and Governance from the week gone by!
💡 Essay Highlight:
The Way to Look at the Rise of Electoral Consultants in India
India’s elections are no longer just about parties and politicians, they’re also about professionals who use data, design, and storytelling to shape public opinion. In this essay, Shruti Rajagopalan explores what the rise of electoral consultants tells us about the future of democratic competition.
👥 Community highlight
PPI City Chapter meet up- Chandigarh
Our Chandigarh community came together for an energising meetup recently, diving into conversations on development, public policy and social impact. Each meetup reminds us that policy doesn’t just live in the national capital, it thrives wherever curious citizens gather to talk about what matters.
Join PPI’s Freelance Policy Network
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This isn’t a promise of immediate projects, but a way for us to know who’s out there and to reach out when relevant opportunities arise. Think of it as being part of PPI’s extended team of changemakers.
If this sounds like you (or a friend who’d be perfect!), we’d love for you to sign up. Let’s make sure the best ideas and expertise find their way to where they’re needed most.
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🌍Climate + Health Corner
In Partnership With Swasti, The Health Catalyst
👉🏽 Unreliable Snow Threatens Winter Tourism and Local Livelihoods
Gulmarg, Kashmir’s premier ski location has seen snowfall decline so sharp that the Khelo India Winter Games 2025 was postponed. Traditionally, snowfall in India’s Himalayan regions has supported not only winter tourism but also crucial water systems and local economies. As climate change disrupts these patterns, communities face rising uncertainty over both income and health.
Careers Corner 💼
A curated list of some of the best jobs and internship opportunities this week from the world of public policy, the development sector, impact consulting and communications at large.
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