22/06/2023
Friday, June 23rd at 6.30pm
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Great delight to host Dr Jayaprakash Narayan IAS (Retd.), General Secretary, Foundation for Democratic Reforms, for the 110th WiseViews Leadership Conversation, scheduled on June 23 at 6.30pm
Dr Jayaprakash Narayan is a physician by training and served as an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer for 16 years. He had a tremendously successful tenure and held many important positions in the government of Andhra Pradesh.
During the course of his service, he acquired deep insights into the Indian governance process and the problems afflicting the nation. Recognising the need for radical reforms, he left the civil services in 1996 and co-founded the Foundation for Democratic Reforms (FDR) and Lok Satta, a people's movement for governance reforms.
Dr. Narayan has received numerous accolades for his contributions to good governance, including the Rotary Manav Seva Award, Yudhvir Memorial Award, Dr. Rustam D. Ranji Rotary Award, D. Ch. Tirupathi Raju Memorial Award, Dr. Pinnamaneni Sita Devi Foundation Award, Bharat Asmita Jana Jagran Shreshta, and recognition from the Hyderabad Software Exporters Association for his contributions to the IT industry.
His expertise has also been sought at the national level, as he served on the National Advisory Council (NAC), the Vigilance Advisory Council, and the Second Administrative Reforms Commission.
What are the most critical elements of fiscal prudence for a developing country like India?
How can India strike a balance between fiscal consolidation and meeting the country's developmental needs, particularly in sectors like healthcare, education, and infrastructure?
What specific reforms are required to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of public expenditure in India? How can subsidy reforms be implemented effectively in India to ensure targeted support for vulnerable populations while maintaining fiscal sustainability? What strategies are required to improve tax compliance in India and enhance revenue collection while minimizing the burden on taxpayers?
What role can fiscal policy play in addressing income and wealth inequality in India? Are there any specific measures that you believe can contribute to a more inclusive growth trajectory?
In light of India's debt levels, what strategies and policies should be implemented to ensure sustainable debt management and maintain investor confidence?
Pls join us to gain valuable insights from solution-oriented discussions on India's fiscal challenges, practical policy recommendations, and knowledge of best practices.
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