Sanjaya Baru

Economist and Policy Analyst, Author of 'The Accidental Prime Minister', Institute for Defence Studies & Analysis, New Delhi.

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Sanjaya Baru

Biography

Sanjaya Baru, a distinguished political commentator and policy analyst, currently holds the position of Distinguished Fellow at the Institute for Defence Studies & Analysis, New Delhi. With a profound background in economics and policy, he served as the Secretary-General of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) until April 2018. His extensive experience includes being the media advisor and chief spokesperson to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's PMO from 2004 to 2008. Mr. Baru's versatile roles also encompass Director for Geoeconomics and Strategy at the International Institute of Strategic Studies in London and various academic positions, solidifying his expertise in economic and strategic affairs.