The Takshashila Institution is an independent centre for research and education in public policy, dedicated to building the intellectual and leadership foundations of a stronger India. Established in 2010 as a non-partisan, non-profit organisation, it aims to bring clarity and evidence-based thinking into debates on governance, economics, defence, technology, and India’s place in the world.
Takshashila’s mission is to safeguard constitutional democracy and individual liberty, increase national prosperity, and strengthen security through rigorous analysis and education. Its research spans diverse and contemporary challenges — from foreign policy and defence strategy to technology regulation, macroeconomics, climate security and urban governance. Each body of work seeks to provide pragmatic recommendations that shape public discourse and policy decisions in India.
At the heart of Takshashila’s impact is its talent development model. It is one of the few institutions in India offering structured public policy education for citizens across disciplines. Through its online and hybrid programmes — ranging from 12-week foundation courses to advanced specialisations — it has trained thousands of learners, drawn from students, professionals, government officials, journalists, entrepreneurs, and development practitioners. These learners form a growing and vibrant alumni network of policy-aware citizens who are collectively strengthening institutions, creating new ideas, and implementing solutions across sectors.
The institution also creates platforms for dialogue through publications, podcasts, and forums, ensuring its research and ideas reach policymakers, media, and the broader public. By combining thought leadership with accessible knowledge, Takshashila operates as both a policy school and a think tank, bridging academic expertise with real-world challenges.
In a world where India’s choices will shape global outcomes, Takshashila envisions cultivating a generation of leaders and ideas capable of navigating complex challenges while upholding liberty, democracy and prosperity. Its community is at the forefront of reimagining policy for an India that is secure, free, and thriving.
