In this episode of Policy Talks, Dr. KP Krishnan, former Secretary, Government of India, highlights the importance of financial reforms in achieving economic empowerment. He also discusses the role of digital financial inclusion, income inequality and critical policy initiatives.

In this Policy Talks episode, Dr. KP Krishnan, former Secretary to the Government of India, discusses India's public policy landscape. He shares his insights on policymakers' challenges and the symbiotic relationship between politicians and the services with interesting anecdotes from his career.

In this episode of Policy Talks, Dr OP Agarwal, former bureaucrat, discusses local solutions to the global problem of climate change. He explores practical solutions to over-ambitious goals focused on energy, transport, agriculture, and land use.

In this episode of Policy Talks, Dr. Aarushi Jain is in conversation with Dr. OP Agarwal, a former bureaucrat, accomplished author, and teacher who has spent his career formulating and executing policies associated with urban management, among other areas. He shares his perspective on India's unique urbanisation problem and indigenous solutions for the country.

In this episode of Policy Talks, Smita Prakash, Editor of ANI, highlights the complex relationship between media and policymakers. She explains the role of media in debating and disseminating policy, focusing on how media can contribute to public opinion on policy issues.

In this episode of Policy Talks, Amarjeet Sinha, former advisor to PM Narendra Modi, highlights the importance of "last mile delivery." He explains how technology has enabled the delivery of government schemes like MGNREGA, Aadhar, and DBT to reach those who were previously unable to benefit from them.

Former advisor to Indian Prime Minister Amarjeet Sinha shares his experience and anecdotes of India's growth through his four decades of service in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). Sinha also discusses the IAS's transformation during this time and highlights the positive impact of social development in rural India on the country's outlook.

In this episode of Policy Talks, Manjari Jaruhar, Bihar's first woman IPS officer, shares practical tips and techniques for overcoming obstacles while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. She draws on her vast experience as a trailblazing woman in a male-dominated profession. Through captivating anecdotes and powerful insights, she discusses leadership, resilience, and determination, providing a rare glimpse into her inspiring journey.

In this first episode of Policy Talks, we have Anjal Prakash, Research Director, Bharti Institute of Public Policy, ISB, in conversation with Manjari Jaruhar, Bihar's first woman IPS officer. She reminisces her journey celebrating femininity which is essential for women’s leadership in a masculine work environment.