New Delhi, May 8: Renowned economist Ashok Kumar Lahiri on Friday took charge as Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog.
Lahiri replaced Suman Bery.
Lahiri is a former chief economic advisor to the government of India and a member of the 15th Finance Commission.
“His experience across academia, public institutions and international organisations will further strengthen NITI Aayog’s efforts towards evidence-based policymaking and economic transformation,” NITI Aayog said in a social media post on X.
NITI Aayog looks forward to his contributions in advancing India’s development agenda and supporting strategic policy initiatives across sectors, it added. (PTI)
