Nagrika uses knowledge to enable citizen-led transformation in small cities

Nagrika is a think-tank enabling citizens in small and mid-sized cities. We create knowledge that shapes unique, authentic and resilient cities. Through this knowledge, we mainstream the voice of citizens in decision making.

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Nagar-Nagar Fellowship is an initiative of Nagrika to equip youth of India's smaller cities to engage positively and productively with their cities and citizens. It is designed to empower youth and collaboratively work with them on Nagrika's vision of creating easy-to-comprehend and easy-to-access knowledge about smaller cities in India which can lead to transformative conversations and actions in these cities.

The fellowship is highly suited for current college students, gap-year students, UPSC aspirants, early career researchers who are looking to build a deeper understanding of their city through research, policy and (re)presentation of cities in India. This programme is not restricted to students and practitioners of Urban Studies, Architecture or similar disciplines. 

If you're passionate about towns and small cities, are eager to understand the complex layers that shape them, then this program could be your gateway to learning and rethinking how we engage with the everyday details of city life. This comprehensive exploration will help you build a nuanced understanding of your city and frame it accordingly for your future goals.

We gathers perspectives of citizens from small cities that are engaged with their cities. These individuals and groups are attempting to shape their cities by leveraging the uniqueness and authenticity of the city.
The citizens talk about their experience in strengthening the relationship between citizens and policies - Empowering citizens as policy makers and not just policy takers.