Decoding Indian Economy: Inflation, Inequality & Rural Urban Gaps

How has India’s economy changed post demonetization? This episode breaks down key policy moves and their long-term social impact.
Shekhar Tomar
Assistant Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Indian School of Business (ISB). He completed his PhD from the Toulouse School of Economics in 2017 and worked as a Research Economist at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) between 2017 and 2019.

Video Summary

This episode of Arth Niti explores major shifts in India's economic landscape. From the withdrawal of high-denomination currency to inflation control strategies, the conversation covers the effects of key monetary decisions. It also examines how these changes ripple through rural and urban communities and deepen existing social divides. With insights into policy, execution, and consequences, the episode offers a grounded look at how financial decisions shape a nation’s everyday realities.

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