Event Report | Takshashila Ideas Shala Aug’ 23

Takshashila’s Ideas Shala is part of that rich tradition of exchange of ideas via conversation and debate, with the aim that new ideas will be generated.

On August 19 and 20, 2023, the Takshashila Ideas Shala featured an in-person gathering to learn and network at the pretty Baevu Resort (on Kanakapura Road, Bangalore) in a relaxed, spacious resort where all the 24 participants donned their policy-maker hats on.

An engaging Ideas to Action activity ensued, with director Nitin Pai driving the conversation and students working on a systems approach to find ways to put into action ideas to solve wicked public policy problems.

Our special guest Dr. Ajay Shah’s thought-provoking address to students focused on elite cohesion and economic growth. Besides Dr. Shah’s stirring speech, there were also informal discussions on policy topics.

It was not all work and no play. On Sunday morning, the group took a trek up a rugged hillock and later took part in the exciting role-playing game Nagara. But then, Takshashila has always been like this — intense discussion combined with hard play. You want to join our courses. Here’s everything you need to know!