Why we need an ‘atmanirbhar’ policy-making process

Abstract

‘Atmanirbharta’ of self-reliance is the buzzword within the circles of Indian policymakers. The irony here, however, is that though all policies are focused on becoming self-reliant, the thought processes behind the same come from foreign institutions and other sources. Yes, this may sound ironical, but this is the reality of the Indian policy-making process. It is quite a disturbing trend and clearly against prime minister Narendra Modi’s 2/4 stated objective of building an Atmanirbhar Bharat. This doesn’t augur well for a country which is claiming to create and offer its own unique development model as there seems to be an over-reliance on a few MNC consultants.