Bharti Institute of Public Policy AMPPP Students explore Policy Dynamics during Annual Policy Walk

During the three-day expedition, students discussed diverse policy matters with notable personalities including Steven De Wilde, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Belgium, and Consul Mika Camps. They also met Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Election Commissioner of India, and other distinguished leaders.

Students enrolled in the Advance Management Programme in Public Policy (AMPPP) at the Bharti Institute of Public Policy, Indian School of Business, recently concluded their annual ‘Policy Walk’ in New Delhi from June 25 to June 27. Led by Dr Aarushi Jain, Policy Director, and Professor Anjal Prakash, Research Director, the cohort engaged in insightful interactions with key figures from various public policy domains.

Interactive Sessions with Prominent Figures

During the three-day expedition, students discussed diverse policy matters with notable personalities including Steven De Wilde, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Belgium, and Consul Mika Camps. They also met Union Minister for Civil Aviation Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, BVR Subrahmanyam, CEO of NITI Aayog, Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Election Commissioner of India, and other distinguished leaders.

Exploring Policy Dimensions

The sessions covered a wide range of topics crucial to policy formulation and implementation in India. Discussions included social impact and sustainable investment, transformation of civil services, rural sanitation and water supply challenges, bilateral relations between India and Belgium, election dynamics in India, and effective governance practices.

Insights from Experts

Steven De Wilde highlighted Belgium’s transition from a centralized to a federal state, drawing parallels with India’s federal system and emphasizing economic ties between the two nations. BVR Subrahmanyam stressed the importance of data-driven governance and understanding regional disparities in national performance. Dr. R Balasubramaniam discussed the evolution of India’s civil services towards a citizen-centric and technology-driven approach post-1991 reforms.

Key Address by Railway Board Chief

Jaya Varma Sinha, Chairperson and CEO of Railway Board, underscored the pivotal role of Indian Railways in the nation’s economy, elucidating its contribution to both passenger and cargo logistics.

Curriculum Integration and Program Details

The Policy Walk is integral to the AMPPP curriculum, designed to provide firsthand exposure to policymaking intricacies. The program, developed in collaboration with The Fletcher School, Tufts University, USA, attracts senior bureaucrats from government and private sectors. The current batch comprises 51 students, with 32 from various government services, including senior IAS, IPS, and Railway officials, reflecting an average work experience of 16 years.

The annual Policy Walk not only enriches the learning experience of AMPPP students but also fosters deeper insights into real-world policy challenges and solutions. Such initiatives underscore the commitment of educational institutions like ISB to groom future leaders in public policy.

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