INDIA'S KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY

The NITI Aayog has emerged as a visionary catalyst— charting a road map not just for today's progress but for tomorrow's prosperity

- RAO INDERJIT SINGH

IN A COUNTRY AS vast and varied as India, the true measure of progress lies not merely in GDP figures or infrastructure milestones but in how well it nurtures its people. Human capital—our education, skills, health, and productivity—is not just an economic asset but a moral imperative. Over the last ten years, a quiet, yet formidable, revolution has taken shape under the stewardship of India's premier policy think tank, NITI Aayog, reshaping how the country invests in its most valuable resource: its citizens.

In a nation where over 65% of the population is below the age of 35, the demographic dividend presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity. But the sheer scale of this population brings enormous responsibility. The challenge lies in converting youthful energy into a force for economic growth and national development. This is where the NITI Aayog has emerged as a visionary catalyst—charting a road map not just for today's progress but also for tomorrow's prosperity.

Over the last decade, it has evolved from a think tank into a reformist engine and an execution partner, known for bold ideas backed by data, collaboration, and human-centred design. It has transformed policymaking to a dynamic process of co-creation with states, private players, global institutions, and civil society. Its strength lies not just in planning, but in listening—and turning those insights into action.