NITI Aayog Restructured: Ashok Kumar Lahiri Appointed Vice Chairman
NITI Aayog Rejig: Ashok Kumar Lahiri Joins As Vice Chairman, Five Members Appointed
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The Indian government has restructured the NITI Aayog, appointing Ashok Kumar Lahiri as vice chairman along with five new full-time members, including economists and scientists. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence that their expertise will enhance policymaking and drive reforms in India.
- 01Ashok Kumar Lahiri appointed as vice chairman of NITI Aayog.
- 02Five new full-time members include K V Raju and M Srinivas.
- 03Prime Minister Modi emphasized the importance of NITI Aayog in India's policy-making.
- 04Lahiri brings over four decades of experience in economics.
- 05Gobardhan Das highlighted his commitment to improving the quality of life for ordinary people.
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The Indian government has reconstituted the NITI Aayog, appointing Ashok Kumar Lahiri, a seasoned economist and current BJP MLA in West Bengal, as vice chairman. Alongside him, five full-time members have been appointed, including K V Raju, M Srinivas, Gobardhan Das, and Rajiv Gauba. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the new appointments, stating that NITI Aayog plays a crucial role in India's policy-making and aims to enhance the 'Ease of Living'. Lahiri, who replaces Suman K Bery, expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and committed to serving with sincerity and clear policies. Das, from a humble background, emphasized his dedication to improving the lives of ordinary citizens. The restructuring aims to strengthen India's reform journey towards becoming a developed nation.
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The restructuring of NITI Aayog could lead to more effective economic policies and reforms that directly affect the quality of life for citizens, especially in rural areas.
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