Tuesday, January 13, 2026

The Evolution of Public Policy and the Lessons Drawn

Distinguished Speaker: Dr Ajay Kumar, Chairman, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Welcome Address & Moderator: Chetan Krishnaswamy, President, PAFI, Vice President – Public Policy, Amazon India

Vote of Thanks: Vishwanath TS, Founding Member & Past-President, PAFI, Founder & Executive Chairman, VeK

Dr Ajay Kumar engaged in a dialogue with participants, shedding light on India’s dynamic policy landscape. He emphasised that robust policy frameworks and sustained government engagement with the private sector are pivotal to fostering innovation and building trust—both essential for realising the vision of Viksit Bharat.

He advocated for a mindset shift among policymakers in fast-evolving economies, urging them to act as partners and collaborators rather than gatekeepers. Trust-based governance, he noted, is crucial for strengthening India’s stature and fully embracing Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) reforms.