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Dr. Arvind Shanker Shukla
Sharda University
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TACKLING HEALTHCARE DELIVERY CHALLENGES IN RURAL INDIA WITH POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS Dr. Arvind Shanker Shukla
Bulletin of Engineering Science, Technology and Industry Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): September
Publisher : PT. Radja Intercontinental Publishing

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Healthcare delivery in the rural regions of India is a rather complex tapestry of challenge and opportunity, reflecting on the broader socio-economic imbalance of the nation. Sixty percent of the nation lives in rural areas; however they face significant barriers accessing quality healthcare services. Therefore, the juxtaposition between modern medical facilities in urban centers against the backdrop of gross inadequacies in health infrastructure in rural regions depicts an important gap that should be addressed. The study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of healthcare delivery in rural India by examining existing infrastructure, access to healthcare services, and available resources in rural regions. It explores the key challenges that hinder effective healthcare, such as geographic barriers, inadequate facilities, shortage of healthcare professionals, and socio-cultural factors. The research assesses the impact of government healthcare policies and programs, evaluating their effectiveness in addressing the healthcare needs of rural populations and the extent of their reach. The study also explore how technology, particularly telemedicine, mobile health initiatives, and digital platforms, can improve healthcare delivery by bridging gaps in the rural healthcare system. Lastly, the role of community-based healthcare solutions is examined, focusing on their potential to promote sustainable health practices and enhance health outcomes in rural areas. The multifaceted approach aims to identify actionable solutions to improve healthcare delivery in rural India.
FROM IDENTITY TO INSTRUMENT: LINGUISTIC POLITICS OF MARATHI IDENTITY IN MAHARASHTRA (1966–PRESENT) Digvijay Patel; Dr. Arvind Shanker Shukla
International Review of Practical Innovation, Technology and Green Energy (IRPITAGE) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): July-October 2026
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Language in Maharashtra has evolved from a marker of cultural identity into a powerful instrument of political mobilization. Within the broader framework of Indian federalism, regionalism and identity politics, this study examines how Marathi is used to construct political narratives, shape public opinion and redefine regional identity. The origins of contemporary linguistic politics can be traced to the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement and the formation of Maharashtra in 1960, which formalized Marathi identity and generated expectations of social and economic mobility among Marathi speakers. However, the gap between symbolic recognition and material opportunities, particularly in Mumbai, created conditions for the politicization of Marathi identity. Adopting a qualitative approach and discourse analysis of political speeches, party manifestos, media narratives and political campaigns, the study examines Shiv Sena and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), with particular attention to Bal Thackeray and Raj Thackeray. The findings indicate that language is used to construct “us–them” distinctions and portray Marathi speakers as economically disadvantaged and culturally vulnerable. Linguistic mobilization cannot be explained by migration or demographic change alone; rather, economic insecurity, labour-market transformation, employment competition and perceived threats have been politically transformed into identity-based grievances. The study further identifies a shift from Bal Thackeray’s emotionally charged rhetoric to Raj Thackeray’s media-oriented and confrontational style, demonstrating the adaptability of linguistic politics to changing communication technologies and social contexts.
Co-Authors Digvijay Patel