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Date and Location

October 8, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM ET
R 429 Perkins Room

Contact

617-495-0868
Understanding Informality in India

Join us for an insightful talk exploring the complexities of measuring India’s vast informal sector. The session will trace the evolution of informal sector statistics in India, highlighting the challenges and innovations involved in capturing reliable data on this elusive segment of the economy. We will discuss recent developments, including changing international standards that impact measurement frameworks, and examine the policy implications that arise from these data challenges. This event is ideal for anyone interested in development economics, data analysis, labor statistics, or policymaking in emerging economies

Speakers and Presenters

Pramit Bhattacharya, Head of Research, Data for India;
Vishnu Venugopalan, Practitioner in Residence, RtE

Organizer

Reimagining the Economy

Co-Organizer