The April 2025 edition of Moving the Needle explores India's bold moves in cybersecurity, green hydrogen, and naval defence, while tackling pressing issues in urban water management and sustainable agriculture. It also captures insights from the C3 Summit, focusing on climate resilience and empowering MSMEs through circular and community-driven solutions.
The focus areas from the April 2025 Edition of Moving the Needle:
Technology: Cybersecurity Is No Longer Optional
India’s digital transformation is one of the most ambitious globally, with platforms like Aadhaar and UPI leading the charge. This article explores how cybersecurity has become a cornerstone for economic stability and public trust amidst rising threats like ransomware and phishing. Learn about India’s proactive measures and the growing investment in this critical sector.
Infrastructure: Sustaining Urban Water Supply
Dive into the challenges of urban water management in India, from pricing models to institutional innovations. Discover how volumetric billing and private-sector participation can revolutionize water supply systems, ensuring efficiency and sustainability for future generations.
Energy: India’s Ambitious Green Hydrogen Journey
India is embracing green hydrogen as a transformative solution to decarbonize industries and achieve its climate goals. This article highlights the ambitious National Green Hydrogen Mission, its potential to reduce emissions, and the challenges India must overcome to become a global leader in this emerging technology.
Aerospace & Defence: Strengthening India's Naval Deterrence
Explore India’s plans to bolster its maritime defence with the S5-class nuclear-powered submarines. Learn about their strategic significance, indigenous manufacturing advances, and implications for regional security dynamics as India asserts itself as a naval power.
Drip Irrigation: A Silent Revolution in Farming
Discover how drip irrigation is transforming agriculture in water-scarce regions like Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan. This article showcases success stories and outlines policy interventions needed to scale this proven solution for water-efficient farming across India.
Primus Outreach & Impact: The C3 Summit
The C3 Summit brought together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss climate resilience, circularity, and community-centric approaches for MSMEs. From actionable insights on carbon accounting to the launch of Bharat Carbon.
