Workshop on Impact Evaluation of PMKSY on Farmers’ Livelihood
2024-03-11 10:30 - 13:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | S-502 (SR Block)
The Department of Economics organised a comprehensive workshop to discuss the ICSSR-funded project “Impact Evaluation of PMKSY on Farmers’ Livelihood.” This workshop brought together experts, researchers, and stakeholders to delve into the project’s findings, insights, and methodologies. The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) is a pivotal scheme aimed at enhancing water availability and improving irrigation systems for farmers across India. The Department of Economics undertook an extensive evaluation of this scheme to assess its impact on farmers’ livelihoods, examining various dimensions such as income levels, crop yields, and overall economic well-being.
During the workshop, key project researchers presented their findings, offering a detailed analysis of the data collected and the methodologies employed throughout the project’s duration. Discussions highlighted the scheme’s successes, areas needing improvement, and the overall effectiveness of PMKSY in transforming agricultural practices and enhancing farmers’ quality of life. The workshop also provided a platform for exchanging ideas and experiences, fostering a collaborative environment for future research endeavours. Participants engaged in interactive sessions, exploring the broader implications of the study and identifying potential policy recommendations to further support farmers.

A Two-Day Workshop on Applied Econometrics
2025-03-07 09:00 - 2025-03-08 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts is organising a Two-day Workshop on “Applied Econometrics: Leveraging with Software and Database” on March 07-08, 2025. This workshop aims to provide participants with a robust understanding of Econometrics, emphasising theoretical foundations and practical applications using STATA or R.
The workshop will also explore Time Series, Cross-Sectional, and Panel Data methodologies with hands-on experience in databases.
The workshops aim to ensure that participants will:

Strengthen their understanding of Econometrics principles.
Gain hands-on experience with data analysis using STATA/R.
Learn to effectively apply econometric techniques in real-world scenarios.

Target Audience – Academicians, Research Scholars, Data Analysts, and practitioners in Economics, Commerce, Management and related disciplines.
Resource Persons:
Dr Anandarao Suvvari, IIT Goa: Expertise in Econometrics and STATA/R
Dr Mohan Rao Balaga, IIT Dharwad: Specialist in Time Series Analysis and STATA/R
Dr Pratap C Mohanty, IIT Roorkee: Specialist in Cross Sectional Data and STATA/R
Dr Vineesh Prakash, SRM University-AP: Specialist in Panel Data and STATA/R

Prof. S. Irudaya Rajan Explicates on the Future of Migration
2025-04-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Economics is hosting a special lecture on The Future of Migration by the distinguished visiting faculty Prof S Irudaya Rajan. The lecture will explore the future of migration, analysing its economic implications and developmental impacts. The lecture will also offer insight into the evolving migration patterns and their role in transforming India’s demographic shifts and growth trajectory.
About the Speaker:
Prof. S. Irudaya Rajan is a renowned demographer and migration expert, currently serving as Chairman of the International Institute of Migration and Development (IIMAD) in Kerala, India. Prior to this, he was a Professor at the Centre for Development Studies. He is the Founder Editor in Chief of Migration and Development (Sage) and the editor of two Routledge series – India Migration Report and South Asia Migration Report. He has coordinated nine large-scale migration surveys in Kerala since 1998 (with K.C. Zachariah) and replicated the Kerala model of migration surveys in other states, including Goa (2008), Punjab (2009), Tamil Nadu (2015), and Odisha (2023) and has been instrumental in similar surveys in Gujarat (2011), and Jharkhand (2023). With nearly four decades of experience, he has authored numerous publications, including the India Migration Report, and is a leading voice on migration and development.
Join the insightful session by Prof. S Irudaya Rajan!

5-Day Workshop on Econometrics and Large-Scale Data Analysis
2025-10-13 09:00 - 2025-10-17 17:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
The Department of Economics is organising a 5-Day Workshop on Econometrics and Large-Scale Data Analysis for Social Science Research in collaboration with The Indian Econometric Society (TIES) on October 13-17, 2025.
About the Workshop
Utilising large-scale datasets like NSSO and IHDS, this workshop will equip participants with knowledge of cross-sectional, time-series, and panel data analysis techniques, complemented by hands-on sessions using STATA and EViews.
Why Attend?

Learn advanced econometric techniques step-by-step
Gain hands-on experience with large-scale datasets (NSSO, IHDS)
Master tools like STATA & EViews for applied research
Explore links to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Build networks with peers, faculty, and experts

Whether you’re an academic, a policy researcher, or a student aiming to strengthen your empirical research capabilities, this workshop offers an excellent opportunity to sharpen your analytical skills.
Click here to view the detailed brochure.

Seminar on Cash Transfers and the Politics of Welfare
2026-02-18 09:30 - 13:00 | Tiered Classroom, 5th Floor, Admin Block
On February 18, 2026, the Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) is organising a half-day seminar on “Cash Transfers and the Politics of Welfare: Rethinking Social Protection in India”.
Convened and co-convened by Dr Aruolipsa Das and Dr Boddu Surjana, this seminar will grace the presence of three eminent speakers; Dr Dipa Sinha, Associate Professor, Center for the Study of Indian Economy, Azim Premji University; Prof. R Ramakumar, Professor, Centre for Study of Developing Economies, School of Development Studies, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, and Mr Akshay Limal, Senior Consultant, Nutrition, UNICEF India, Odisha.
Largely, the seminar will explore themes around the evolution of welfare instruments in India, the economic trade-offs of vash and in-kind transfers, and contemporary debates around political economy. While India’s social protection system is being reshaped by technological change and advancement, policy reform, shifting development priorities that are redefining both the purpose and politics of welfare delivery, this seminar will also encompass:

Shift from in-kind programs (TPDS, Mid-Day Meals) to cash-based transfers (Direct Debit Transfers)
Transition driven by goals of efficiency, flexibility, and financial inclusion
Welfare transfers increasingly politicised through narratives of “freebies” and revadi politics
Tensions between efficiency, equity, fiscal sustainability, and distributive justice in social protection policy

Emerging Scholars Conference 2026
2026-04-17 09:00 - 2026-04-18 17:00
The Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts (ESLA) presents the Emerging Scholars Conference 2026 (ESC) on the theme “New Thinking for a New World: Reimagining Globalization and Development”.
The Emerging Scholars Conference (ESC) is a pioneering initiative conceived by the Department of Economics, Easwari School of Liberal Arts, SRM University-AP, India, to provide a dynamic academic platform for doctoral and early-career researchers to learn, present, discuss, and polish their innovative scholarly research.
Organised by PhD candidates in their advanced/final stage, with the support of faculty members, the conference offers a platform that ignites the spirit of academic curiosity, leadership, mentoring, peer learning, and innovation.
It aims to provide an inclusive and enriching environment for emerging scholars to engage with contemporary debates, propose new theoretical and empirical frameworks, and contribute to advancing knowledge for global goals and social progress.
Through keynote sessions, paper presentations, and workshops, the conference will promote constructive dialogue among researchers, mentors, and practitioners. ESC will also encompass a Panel Discussion Session on “Reimagining Development Economics”.
For more details – https://www.srmap.edu.in/esc-2026/

M.Sc. Economics Webinar
2026-06-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Online event
The Department of Economics is organising a webinar to introduce the newly launched M.Sc. (Economics) at SRM University-AP: An AI Integrated Programme on June 05, 2026. The webinar will be delivered by Prof. Parag Jayant Waknis, Professor & HOD of Economics.
The webinar will highlight the two tracks of the M.Sc. programme with strong employability focus. One on AI edge: Finance & Data Science or Development & Policy anchored by one AI & Computational Methods core. Prof. Parag will also discuss state-of-the-art theory alongside frontier computational tools and the AI woven into the curriculum.
Click to join the webinar – https://forms.gle/eGMSgb5HXqhJtZ957
