Indian School of Public Policy Hosts Inaugural Cheistha Kochhar Nudge Awards
The Indian School of Public Policy and Cheistha Kochhar Foundation hosted the inaugural Cheistha Kochhar Nudge Awards in New Delhi, celebrating behavioural science applications in public policy. NITI Aayog Vice Chairperson Ashok Lahiri highlighted how behavioural economics can improve governance by making policies more citizen-centric and outcome-oriented. He cited examples like Jan Dhan Yojana and LPG subsidy reforms, emphasizing the use of behavioural audits and digital tools to scale effective interventions. The awards honor innovations that use nudges to influence decisions without restricting freedom.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (65–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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thetribune broke this story on 12 Aug, 11:11 am. Other outlets followed.