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Dr. Debdulal Thakur - Founding & Dean at VSEP

Dr. Debdulal Thakur

Professor and Dean

Dr. Debdulal Thakur is a distinguished public economist with a notable background as a life member of “The Indian Econometric Society” (TIES). With a career spanning 19 years, he possesses expertise in the areas of fiscal policy, budgets, urban finance, and economics of education. He has made significant contributions to these fields through extensive research and practical applications.

During his career, he has been actively involved in co-authoring project-based reports funded by esteemed institutions such as the World Bank, UNDP, UNICEF, ADB, and DFID. These reports have primarily focused on budgets and public expenditure, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the fiscal and governance capabilities of urban local bodies in India.

His academic pursuits have included positions as a regular faculty member at renowned institutions, namely NIPFP, BITS-Pilani, and Symbiosis. Prior to joining VSEP, he was a Senior Research Fellow with LEAD and also served as a visiting faculty member at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS) within Krea University.

Through his extensive experience, research contributions, and academic engagements, he has established himself as a respected authority in the realm of public economics. His work has significantly contributed to the understanding and advancement of fiscal policies, budgets, and the effective management of public resources.

Journal Publications
Author Name (Faculty Name of VMRF (DU))Paper TitleJournal NameMonth & YearISSN NumberDOI Link
Debdulal ThakurDecolonizing Internationalization: A Southern Epistemic Framework for Higher Education ReformHigher Education PolicyAugust 20251740-3863 View DOI
Debdulal ThakurFinancial education and financial anxiety: mechanisms, measurement, equity, and policy instruments for meaningful impact Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy Febuary 2026 2454-9983 View DOI
Book Chapters
Author NameBook NameBook Chapter Title
Debdulal ThakurExploring Psychology, Social Innovation and Advanced Applications of Machine LearningCultivating Sustainable Growth and Well-Being in Digital Financial Education
Debdulal ThakurNavigating Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Startup GrowthTaxing Innovation for Leveraging Tax Policy to Foster Growth and Learning in the Digital Economy