Bibek Debroy, Chairman Of PM’s Financial Advisory Council, Dies At 69

Economist and chairman of Top Minister Narendra Modi’s financial advisory council Bibek Debroy died these days on the occasion of 69. A Padma Shri awardee, Mr Debroy previous served because the chancellor of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE) in Pune.

“Bibek Debroy passed away today at 7 am due to intestinal obstruction,” AIIMS Delhi stated. 

PM Modi paid his reliefs and described Mr Debroy as a “towering scholar”. 

“Dr. Bibek Debroy Ji was a towering scholar, well-versed in diverse domains like economics, history, culture, politics, spirituality and more. Through his works, he left an indelible mark on India’s intellectual landscape. Beyond his contributions to public policy, he enjoyed working on our ancient texts, making them accessible to the youth,” PM Modi posted on social media. 

Dr. Bibek Debroy Ji used to be a high student, well-versed in various domain names like economics, historical past, tradition, politics, spirituality and extra. Via his works, he left an indelible mark on Republic of India’s highbrow park. Past his contributions to folk coverage, he loved… pic.twitter.com/E3DETgajLr

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 1, 2024

Mr Debroy used to be trained in Ramakrishna Project Faculty, Narendrapur; Presidency School, Kolkata; Delhi Faculty of Economics; and Trinity School, Cambridge.

He had labored in Presidency School, Kolkata; Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune; Indian Institute of Overseas Business, Delhi; and likewise because the Director of a Ministry of Finance/UNDP challenge on felony reforms.

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan described the economist as an “excellent academician”.

Deeply saddened via the passing of Dr. Bibek Debroy. He used to be a prominent economist, a prolific creator in addition to an skillful academician. He’s going to be admired for his coverage steering on financial problems and memorable contributions to Republic of India’s building. His columns in… pic.twitter.com/y1niSMlxU7

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) November 1, 2024

“Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Bibek Debroy. He was a distinguished economist, a prolific author as well as an excellent academician. He will be admired for his policy guidance on economic issues and noteworthy contributions to India’s development. His columns in newspapers enriched and enlightened millions. Dr. Debroy leaves behind a lasting legacy in the world of economics, academia and literature. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. May Almighty grant Sadgati to the departed. Om Shanti,” Mr Pradhan posted on social media. 

Mr Debroy used to be additionally a Member of NITI Aayog as much as June 5, 2019. He has authored/edited a number of books, papers and prevailing articles and has additionally been a Consulting/Contributing Scribbler with a number of newspapers.