Research and Planning

The Department of Research and Planning began its journey in 1978. During these years, the department has proactively been engaged in carrying out studies for the rural, downtrodden and the marginalised people of the society. In this regard, the department has been constantly endeavouring in the execution of National Policy on Rehabilitation and Resettlement so as to safeguard the interest of the downtrodden and simultaneously pave way for development of the society. The department has played pivotal role in ensuring the rights of the displaced and supporting the cause of the voiceless, powerless and vulnerable groups like tribal, dalits and minority ethnic groups through its research findings.

Till 2014, the department has conducted more than 250 studies which had strong policy implications at regional and national level. The department has been empanelled by Government of India, UNICEF, and World Bank for conducting various issue based research studies. Besides these studies, the Department of Research & Planning has undertaken several studies for Public Sector Enterprises and also leading industries which helped them to ensure proper resettlement and rehabilitation of displaced people and need based CSR implementation.
Our Areas of Expertise
Social Impact Assessment

 

One of the strength areas of the Department of Research and Planning is the Social Impact Assessment studies (SIA) and Social Impact Management Plan (SIMP). SIA are carried out to assess the impact of some major transformation happening in the area – for example setting up of a thermal power plant, starting a new mining project etc. These studies allow the client to understand the large-scale impact on the local economy, society, ecology and geography and thereby help the client to develop better intervention plans so as to lower down the associated ill effects of such measures.
Resettlement & Rehabilitation Action Research (R&R)

 

Closely related to the above is the Resettlement and Rehabilitation Action Research (R&R) which helps to identify the avenues of rehabilitation and resettlement in line with the National as well as the State Policies of Rehabilitation and Resettlement. The study also provides the clients with an estimate of the total cost of rehabilitation and resettlement. These studies help the client in providing rehabilitation with minimum social trauma and tension.
CSR Need Assessment

 

The CSR Need Assessment studies are closely allied with Social Impact Assessment Studies with the only difference being that these studies are closely focussed on identifying Corporate Social Responsibility needs of a particular area. These studies help a client in understanding the CSR requirement of a region and thereby help in planning better distribution of CSR wealth in the region leading to better and more efficient utilisation of the CSR expenditures and overall development of the region.

Developmental Studies – Impact Evaluation, Social Audit and Baseline Studies

Besides the above, the department also carries out the routine studies in the area of development like – Baseline Studies, Impact Evaluation Studies, Social Studies, Economic Studies and Social Audits.

What do we offer?

• Proven track record of conducting development studies.
• Approval of the various Government of India ministries for developmental studies.
• Solid understanding of the problems of the downtrodden and the marginalised.
• Intimate knowledge of the Eastern States.
• Ability to conduct studies in almost any state in the country.
• Use of cutting edge research tools and techniques both qualitative and quantitative.
• Qualified faculty and researchers who take ownership of the research.

Our Clientele

In the past 37 years of work we have had several clients. Some of the key clients with whom we have worked are listed below. This is an indicative list and should not be considered as exhaustive.

Governmental Sector

Government of India, Government of Jharkhand and other State Government, Ministry of Rural Development (GOI), Ministry of Human Resource Development (GOI).

World Bodies

UNICEF, World Bank, UN Departments and Organisation.

Public Sector Units

National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), Coal India Limited (CIL), Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

Private Sector Units

Tata Group, Aditya Birla Group, JSPL, Reliance Industries.

Besides the above the department also conducts various academic studies and researches. Studies have been conducted on Development Induced Displacement, Paddy Culture of Oraon and Sadan of Jharkhand and Tribal Empowerment.

Some Recent Achievements

• Organised the “International Conference on Governance of Commons & Livelihood Security” in 17-18 August 2012.
• Training of Senior Management of NTPC on “CSR as Business Policy” in 2014.
• Academic Study on “Paddy Culture of Oraon and Sadan of Jharkhand” in 2014.
• Resettlement and Rehabilitation (R&R) Action Plan for 44,000 households living in Subsidence Prone Area in Raniganj Coal Field for Coal India Limited.
• CSR Studies for NTPC, SAIL & Reliance Industry.
• Senior Research Fellowship Study under IGNCA: Traditional Wisdom and Agronomical Practices of Paddy Culture of Oraon and Sadan of Jharkhand.

List of Projects Conducted by the Department

Contact Us

If you would like us to conduct a study for you then please feel free to contact us at the office numbers given on the website or feel free to get in touch with Dr. Himadri Sinha at himadrisinha@xiss.ac.in or at 0651-2200873 Ext. 319 / 9431114237