Vice-President Delivers Inaugural Address at Kautilya Economic Conclave

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan today delivered the inaugural address at the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave in New Delhi, organised on the theme “Resilience in an Age of Flux.” Addressing policymakers, economists, academics, business leaders and other distinguished participants, he highlighted the need for resilient, inclusive and responsive economic policies amid rapid global changes.

Referring to the legacy of the Institute of Economic Growth (IEG), the Vice-President said the Institute has remained closely connected with India’s development journey since its establishment in 1952 under Professor V. K. R. V. Rao. He emphasised that sound policymaking must be grounded in an understanding of ground realities, with policies remaining flexible and responsive to changing circumstances.

Shri Radhakrishnan said that in times of flux, decisiveness must be embedded in consensus. Debate and discussion are integral to democracy, he said, but must ultimately lead to decisions that command broad acceptance. As Chairman of Rajya Sabha, he noted that free and transparent debate strengthens democracy, while rights and duties must go hand in hand.

IEG President, Board of Trustees, N. K. Singh; Chairman, Board of Governors, IEG, Dr. Michael Debabrata Patra; and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.(updated on 3rd Oct 26)