Our Mission

Our Vision

URN envisions a future where public health systems are inclusive, data-driven, and locally empowered—contributing meaningfully to the global pursuit of health equity and sustainable development. We aim to position India as a leader in South-South public health collaboration by fostering innovations that are scalable, cost-effective, and community-owned.

Our Core Values

Equity, Integrity, Innovation, and Collaboration define everything we do. At URN, we commit to inclusive partnerships, ethical research practices, and continuous learning to ensure our impact is both measurable and meaningful.

Theory of Change

We believe that building local capacity, creating open access tools, and translating research into action can bridge critical health inequities. Our work begins with evidence generation, supported by digital solutions and culminates in sustainable health impact through policy change and community ownership.

Global Relevance

URN aligns with WHO’s strategic objectives and global frameworks such as Universal Health Coverage (UHC), Digital Health Guidelines, and the One Health approach. We actively engage in regional and global dialogues, ensuring that our research and interventions contribute to transnational learning and best practices.

Our Commitment to Partnerships

We collaborate with national and international institutions, NGOs, government bodies, funders, and communities. Whether it's scaling up digital interventions or co-authoring policy briefs, we believe in transparent, long-term partnerships that prioritize shared goals and equitable impact.

Call to Action

Whether you are a researcher, policymaker, donor, or practitioner—there is a role for you in our journey. Join us in building smarter, stronger, and more equitable public health systems across India and the Global South.

Explore Our Mission

At Utkarsh Research Network (URN), our mission is to drive transformative change in public health through actionable evidence, equitable innovation, and strategic collaboration. We envision a world where data-informed decisions, inclusive design, and grassroots empowerment work hand in hand to achieve universal health coverage and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our efforts span across strengthening health systems, bridging research and policy, empowering communities with digital tools, and building the capacity of future-ready public health leaders. We believe in co-creation with stakeholders—from academic institutions and government bodies to development partners and frontline workers—ensuring our solutions are context-driven, scalable, and resilient.

URN is not just a research organization—it's a movement to reimagine how we approach health equity, using the power of data, design, and partnerships. Join us in our mission to make public health smarter, more inclusive, and globally impactful.