Our Guiding Mantra
Teaming for Harmony, Equity, Reforms through Intellectually Stimulated Efforts
Our Vision
To emerge as a trusted Indian think tank that bridges knowledge and policy, shaping public discourse and governance through rigorous, impartial, and impactful research and ideas.
Our Mission
At THE RISE, we:
1. Produce and share rigorous, evidence-based research on contemporary national and global challenges.
2. Provide a platform for diverse voices—from seasoned experts to emerging scholars—to contribute meaningfully to India’s growth story.
3. Bridge academia, policy, and citizens by translating expert insights into accessible ideas and solutions.
4. Inspire reform-oriented policy innovation rooted in harmony, equity, and long-term national interest.
5. Strengthen democratic discourse by fostering informed discussions on public policy issues.
What We Do
We publish special reports, policy briefs, research articles, opinions, surveys, explainers and book reviews through:
- In-House Research Internships under our flagship The Rise Internship Programme (TRIP)
- Domain experts willing to write in public domain on policy issues pertaining to their area of expertise
Thematic Focus:
- AI & Emerging Tech
- Environment
- Education
- Governance
- Socio-Economic Issues
- State-specific issues
- Wildlife
- World Affairs
A Few of Our Initiatives
The Rise Internship Programme (TRIP)
Our flagship internship programme offered to scholars and students from diverse backgrounds. Interns may be assigned administrative, editorial, research, writing, or organizational tasks to support the programme or initiative to which they have been assigned.
Hamra Bihar
An initiative under TRIP designed to explore Bihar’s socio-cultural, economic, and political dimensions at the grassroots level.
Amader Bengal
An initiative under TRIP designed to explore West Bengal’s socio-cultural, economic, and political dimensions at the grassroots level.
Mano-Manthan
An initiative under TRIP, designed to explore mental health across life stages and diverse settings
Vichaar
Vichaar is a youth-centric platform inviting school / college students to share opinions on contemporary issues.
Core Values
Integrity – Upholding honesty, impartiality, and intellectual independence.
Inclusivity – Welcoming diverse opinions, disciplines, and perspectives.
Rigour – Commitment to depth, accuracy, and analytical excellence.
Accessibility – Making complex ideas understandable and relevant to all stakeholders.
Impact – Ensuring that research and dialogue translate into actionable change.
Collaboration – Teaming with experts, institutions, and communities for greater collective good.