About Us

Founded at a crucial moment in Bihar's developmental trajectory, the BODHI Centre for Sustainable Growth is as an independent knowledge and action organization dedicated to transformative change. Our establishment represents a convergence of expertise, bringing together professionals whose roots in Bihar complement their substantial global experience in sustainable development practice.
Through rigorous methodological frameworks and empirical analysis, we cultivate solutions that bridge theoretical understanding with practical implementation. This approach enables us to navigate the complex interplay between global best practices and local contexts, ensuring that our interventions resonate with regional realities while maintaining international standards of excellence. The Centre's interventions span several interconnected domains critical to sustainable development. Our portfolio encompasses energy systems transformation, climate resilience mechanisms, sustainable urbanization frameworks, and integrated natural resource management strategies. As a knowledge partner to various stakeholders, we provide comprehensive advisory services throughout project lifecycles—from preliminary research and policy formulation to implementation guidance and impact assessment.
Our organizational culture reflects a unique synthesis of global perspective and local insight. The founding team's extensive engagement with international development organizations and research institutions informs our methodological rigor, while our deep-rooted understanding of Bihar's socio-economic fabric ensures contextually appropriate solutions. This distinctive combination enables us to develop interventions that harmonize global standards with local imperatives. We recognize that sustainable development transcends purely technical considerations. Our approach integrates social dynamics, institutional capacities, and economic realities, emphasizing inclusive growth that benefits all societal segments. This holistic perspective shapes our engagement with stakeholders and influences our programmatic interventions.
Bihar's current developmental juncture presents both unprecedented challenges and extraordinary opportunities. The intricate relationships between environmental pressures, developmental aspirations, and social transformation necessitate innovative approaches grounded in empirical evidence. As a civil society organization, we position ourselves at this critical intersection, leveraging our expertise to facilitate informed decision-making and effective implementation.
The BODHI Centre exemplifies a paradigm shift in development practice. By integrating academic rigor with implementation expertise, global knowledge with local understanding, and environmental sustainability with social equity & inclusion, we establish ourselves as committed partners in Bihar's journey toward sustainable prosperity. Our role extends beyond traditional organizational boundaries, encompassing elements of research excellence, practical implementation, and social transformation. This multifaceted approach positions us uniquely within Bihar's development landscape, where we work alongside government institutions, academic bodies, and community organizations to facilitate evidence-based change. We aim to contribute to Bihar's sustainable development narrative through collaborative engagement and sustained commitment to excellence.