Senior policymakers and experts gathered in New Delhi for the States’ Policy Conclave 2025 to chart India’s path toward Viksit Bharat by 2047 on December 11. Held under the theme “Navigating global challenges with fast-tracked Indian economy”, the conclave focused on local governance, state-led reforms and digital transformation as key drivers of inclusive growth.

Tripurari Sharan, chief information commissioner and former chief secretary of Bihar, emphasised strengthening the third tier of governance. Highlighting urban challenges, he called for strategic devolution of power and resources to panchayats and municipalities. Citing Bihar’s development, he said focused investments in roads, rural electrification and education transformed its budget from ₹3,000-6,000 crore decades ago to seve

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