Nirmala Sitharaman Launches NITI NCAER States Economic Forum Portal
| Event/Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | April 1, 2025 |
| Event | Launch of the "NITI NCAER States Economic Forum" portal by Nirmala Sitharaman |
| Location | New Delhi |
| Developed By | NITI Aayog in collaboration with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) |
| Data Coverage | Fiscal, social, and economic parameters of states in India from 1990-91 to 2022-23 |
| Purpose | Provides authentic data on state finances for informed policy decisions and fiscal management |
| Key Benefits | Helps manage debts, raise revenues, and balance revenue generation without burdening citizens |
| Remarks by Nirmala Sitharaman | Emphasized the importance of balancing public finances and meaningful fiscal interventions |
| Remarks by Dr. Poonam Gupta | Highlighted diverse fiscal paths of states and the need for comprehensive data |
| Remarks by Shri BVR Subrahamanyam | Stated the forum will increase fiscal awareness and aid long-term policy development |
| Remarks by Suman K Bery | Underlined the portal's role in data-driven research and public finance management |
| Long-Term Impact | Serves as a permanent asset for India, strengthening public finance management through transparency |