Publications

Effects of anticipatory humanitarian cash assistance to households forecasted to experience extreme flooding: evidence from Bangladesh (CLICK HERE): This journal article dives deep into how providing financial assistance before a disaster can significantly reduce its impact. Check out the insights on how these proactive measures can transform emergency response strategies.

Anticipating floods in Sudan: the power of secondary data (CLICK HERE): This blog explores the Power of Secondary Data in Anticipating Floods in Sudan. Floods in Sudan have always been a significant concern, impacting lives and livelihoods. But what if we told you that cutting-edge technology and secondary data could help us predict and prepare for these disasters more effectively? What should you do if a conflict breaks out in the midst of your work?

Flash floods in Bangladesh – and the way forward for the anticipatory action community (CLICK HERE): Bangladesh boasts extensive experience in proactive response to hazards and extreme events. However, during the severe floods that struck in June 2022, no anticipatory action protocols were put into effect. This article delves into the reasons behind this lapse and explores potential alternative approaches for safeguarding people in advance of such hazards in the future. (Anticipation Hub, 18 October 2022)

How does anticipatory action contribute to building resilience? (CLICK HERE): The primary goal of anticipatory action is to predict disasters and minimize their impacts, especially concerning human suffering and losses. However, do investments in this approach also contribute to forging a more resilient future for those affected? (Anticipation Hub, 1 August 2022)

Considering socioeconomic parameters in triggers for anticipatory action (CLICK HERE): Although triggering anticipatory action for weather-related hazards is predominantly based on weather forecasts, certain socioeconomic parameters are important in analysing, setting up and activating triggers. (Anticipation Hub, 27 May 2022)

The practitioners’ guide to cash early action: experiences from Bangladesh (CLICK HERE): While cash is being considered an effective modality, this blog shares the experience of cash early action (anticipatory action) and proposes further areas to explore. (Anticipation Hub, 27 January 2022)

The Story of Heatwave Anticipatory Action in Dhaka, Bangladesh (CLICK HERE): While the climate crising is increasing the number of extreme events (including heatwaves), the advancement of the weather science is supporting the humanitarian community to predict such extreme events and take early action to reduce/mitigate the impacts of the disaster. (Anticipation Hub, 8 September 2021)

COVID-19 and Beyong: Responsible Traveller in the Time of Disease Outbreak [CLICK HERE]: Being a Responsible Traveller, we walk an extra mile to reduce the negative impact of our travel. What about our travel in the midst of a Pandemic, such as COVID-19? Here is some guide from my personal experience that migth be helpful to you. Published in Alpaviran, 30 March 2020.

Economic, Humanitarian and Human Cost of COVID-19 [CLICK HERE]: Highlighting the cost of COVID-19. While Economic Cost of the Pandemic is widely talked about, we shouldn’t forget the Humanitarian Cost and Human Cost too. Published in Nagaland Post Daily on 8 March 2020.

COVID-19 and the Cycle of Panic and Neglect [CLICK HERE]: While global health emergencies, such as COVID-19 are causing havoc, the world lacks preparedness to face such outbreaks. Published in Assam Tribune Daily on 25 February 2020.

Urbanization in NE Needs Different Approach [CLICK HERE]: Urbanization in North-east India has its unique challenges and opportunities. Similarly, it needs a different approach to deal with, a one-size-fits-all approach will not work. This article analyses how NE can tackle rapid urbanization considering its unique features. Publishes in The Sentinel Daily on 13 December 2017.

The Lank of Warriors Kissed by White Clouds [CLICK HERE]: A travelogue about the beautiful town of Gorkha, Nepal and its history.

A Page From A Humanitarian Response Officer’s Diary: The Nepal Earthquake 2015 (Click Here): As an aid worker, the journey to a workstation can be perilous. Work is stressful and heart-wrenching. Amid all this, the ability to marvel at fellow human beings and celebrate the natural beauty of the most offbeat locations can be the best reward. It describes one such nice memory from Nepal (Click here if the above link does not work)

Do Humanitarian Responders Qualify As Responsible Travellers (Click Here)? This article analyses the position of an aid worker as a responsible traveller. This refers to the Code of Conduct of aid workers to check their position as responsible traveller. Published in ‘Alpaviram.org’ 25 November 2017 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Climate Change, Catastrophe and Children (Click Here): It has analysed the increasing intensity and severity and disasters and how climate change is driving those. Children are one of the most vulnerable groups affected by the impact of climate change and disasters. Published in “The Sentinel”, 16 October 2017 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Save lives & million bucks with small technology (Click Here): It talks about layman’s #technology which could contribute to better #response and #resilience work including how those technologies could help in addressing issues related to child rights. It starts by analyzing the gaps and the way the technologies available to us can contribute to #preparedness and help us ‘bounce back’ quickly. Published in “The Sentinel” 23 September 2017 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Timely Move for Affordable, Quality Healthcare – NATIONAL HEALTH POLICY 2017 (Click Here): The article explains the positive initiatives taken under the National Health Policy that was released a few days back. It also links different aspects of the policy with humanitarian and resilience-building work (including #UrbanResiliency). Published in “The Sentinel” 27 April 2017 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Urban Resiliency (Click Here): Building resilient cities with reference to Guwahati, India. Published in “The Sentinel” 16 October 2016 (Click here if the above link does not work)

National Disaster Management Plan 2016 (Click Here): Analysis of the much-awaited National Disaster Management Plan 2016. Published in Editorial Page of “Assam Tribune” 17 June 2016 (Click here if the above link does not work)

A Child Friendly Village in Nepal (Click Here): It inquires about the new concept of child-friendly villages. Published in “Youth Leader Magazine”, December 2011 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Secret of Successful Teaching (Click Here): A Journey with Innovation- It includes some of the success stories in primary education (West Bengal). Published in “Stop Manufacturing Us” Magazine, August 2011 (Click here if the above link does not work)

Jana Sanskriti: Transforming World Through Theatre: A story of cultural movement and making art (theatre) work for the cause of the social issues, Published in Youth Leader Magazine- Asia Edition, May 2011

Rural Reconstruction– A Lesson to Govt. and NGOs- A success story of People’s Participation, Published in Youth Leader Magazine- Asia Edition, April 2011 (Click here if the link does not work)

A Towards a Greener World: The Sunderbans in Action: The interview includes the recent initiatives to take action to save Sunderbans from the impact of global warming and climate change. Published in Youth Leader Magazine- Asia Edition, April 2011