Remembering Dr. Radhika Pandey: A Beacon in Indian Macroeconomic Policy and Academia

Dr. Radhika Pandey (December 18, 1978 – June 28, 2025) was a highly respected macroeconomist who made significant contributions to India’s economic research and policy landscape. As an Associate Professor at the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP) and a prominent columnist, Dr. Pandey left an indelible impact through her research on business cycles, inflation targeting, public debt, and financial regulation. Early Life and Academic Foundations Born in December 1978, Radhika Pandey developed a passion for economics early on. She earned her B.A. (Honours) in Economics from Banaras Hindu University, followed by M.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from Jai Narain Vyas University (Jodhpur). Her academic rigour set the stage for a career deeply rooted in empirical macroeconomic research. Career and Areas of Expertise Dr. Pandey began teaching at National Law University, Jodhpur before joining NIPFP in 2008 as an Associate Professor. Her core research spanned: Business...