Reforms

Not just by hitting sixes

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So far, government has kept the scoreboard moving with singles. Written by Neelkanth Mishra | September 9, 2014 12:14:14 am (This was published in the Indian Express: link) Criticism is good. It keeps people on their toes. But too often, we end up measuring what can be measured easily instead of what should be measured. … Read more

Change management

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It won’t be painless. Five priorities: railways, energy, GST, inflation, PSU banks. Written by Neelkanth Mishra | Updated: May 28, 2014 12:09:16 am (This was published in the Indian Express: link) The strength of the electoral verdict is breathtaking and rare. First, the BJP does not have to “compromise” any of the 12-15 economically relevant … Read more

Reforming, despite politics

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For actions to be proactive, not post-crisis, political discourse must involve more economics Written by Neelkanth Mishra | July 15, 2013 1:19:57 am This was published in the Indian Express on 15 July 2013 (link). With stalled growth, a precipitously dropping currency and the government’s and the central bank’s hands tied, pundits talk of “economic … Read more