NITI Aayog Appoints Ashok Lahiri as New Vice Chairman
NITI Aayog has a new vice chairman
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The Indian government has appointed Ashok Lahiri as the new vice chairman of NITI Aayog, alongside five new members, including Rajiv Gauba and Prof. K. V. Raju. This reconstitution comes over a decade after the think tank's establishment in 2015, aiming to enhance India's policy-making framework.
- 01Ashok Lahiri appointed as vice chairman of NITI Aayog.
- 02Five new members join the think tank, including Rajiv Gauba and Prof. K. V. Raju.
- 03The reconstitution aims to strengthen India's policy-making architecture.
- 04Lahiri replaces Suman Bery, who served for four years.
- 05NITI Aayog continues to play a crucial role in fostering cooperative federalism.
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The Indian government has officially appointed Ashok Lahiri, a prominent economist and former chief economic advisor, as the new vice chairman of NITI Aayog. This decision, announced on Friday, comes as part of a broader reconstitution of the think tank, which has been pivotal in shaping India's policy landscape since its inception in 2015. Alongside Lahiri, five new members have been appointed, including Rajiv Gauba, the former cabinet secretary, and Prof. K. V. Raju, a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. The new appointments aim to enhance NITI Aayog's role in promoting cooperative federalism and driving reforms across various sectors. Lahiri succeeds Suman Bery, who held the vice chairman position for four years. The new team is expected to take charge on Monday, continuing NITI Aayog's mission to innovate and strategize for India's future.
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The appointment of Ashok Lahiri and the new members is expected to influence India's economic policies and strategic planning, potentially affecting various sectors including agriculture, health, and technology.
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