Rathin Roy
Economist and former advisor to the Finance Commission and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council, offering expertise on fiscal federalism, delimitation, and economic policy.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 21min
Census, Delimitation & MNREGA Pushback | South Central Episode 55
Joining the discussion is Rathin Roy, an economist and former advisor known for his insights on fiscal federalism and economic policy. He delves into the implications of the missing census and delayed delimitation on federal dynamics. The conversation also covers the recent MNREGA revamp, exploring its impact on poverty versus federalism. Rathin emphasizes the need for states to negotiate better tax shares and highlights the economic divide between the prosperous South and the less affluent North, urging coordinated efforts to enhance development.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 1h 29min
Rathin Roy on How India Slices the Fiscal Pie
Rathin Roy, a Distinguished Fellow at the Kautilya School of Public Policy, dives into India's complex fiscal landscape. He discusses the intricacies of fiscal federalism, showcasing how resource allocation affects rich and poor states differently. The conversation highlights challenges surrounding the Goods and Services Tax and critiques current fiscal policies for their regressive impacts. Roy emphasizes the need for transformative approaches to public finance, focusing on equity and inclusive growth to address systemic disparities.
