Monitoring & Evaluation
ARPAN’s Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) function combines evidence-based programming, participatory monitoring, digital technologies and robust documentation to strengthen programme quality, accountability and learning. Its M&E systems support effective planning, real-time tracking, outcome measurement and informed decision-making across ARPAN’s programmes. Leveraging its field presence, technical expertise and strong documentation systems, ARPAN also undertakes monitoring and evaluation assignments at the national level for the Government of India, contributing to evidence generation, programme review and informed policy and implementation.
- Serves as Monitoring, Evaluation Learning & Documentation (MELD) agency for 249 IWMP watershed projects covering 2.5 lakh hectares across 11 districts, using GIS, Remote Sensing, ArcGIS, SPSS and geo-hydrological investigations.
- Conducted third-party evaluation of ICAR's Agricultural Engineering schemes, pan-India.“Outcome Review of Central Sector Scheme of ICAR – 'Agriculture Production and Post-Production Mechanization Augmented with Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture Development (Agricultural Engineering)' covering the period April 2021 to March 2026 in five premier ICAR institutes across India
- National Monitoring for the Ministry of Rural Development and the Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation, conducting monitoring visits across 14 states, 90 districts, 375 blocks and 785 Gram Panchayats, covering schemes including MGNREGS, DAY-NRLM, PMAY-G, PMGSY and SVAMITVA.
- Operates a complete in-house design studio – video, drones, audio-visual aids and MIS/IEC software – for monitoring, feedback and documentation.
