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SUMMARY:Seminar on Cash Transfers and the Politics of Welfare
DESCRIPTION: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”.  \nConvened 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. \nLargely\, 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: \n\nShift from in-kind programs (TPDS\, Mid-Day Meals) to cash-based transfers (Direct Debit Transfers)\nTransition driven by goals of efficiency\, flexibility\, and financial inclusion\nWelfare transfers increasingly politicised through narratives of “freebies” and revadi politics\nTensions between efficiency\, equity\, fiscal sustainability\, and distributive justice in social protection policy
URL:https://events.srmap.edu.in/event/seminar-on-cash-transfers-and-the-politics-of-welfare/
LOCATION:Tiered Classroom\, 5th Floor\, Admin Block
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SUMMARY:Emerging Scholars Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION: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”. \nThe 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. \nOrganised 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. \nIt 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. \nThrough 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”. \nFor more details – https://www.srmap.edu.in/esc-2026/
URL:https://events.srmap.edu.in/event/emerging-scholars-conference-2026/
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