The swift disqualification of Rahul Gandhi as Lok Sabha member a day after his conviction is unsurprising. He has a long legal, political battle ahead. It’s an opportunity for him to reinvent himself and prove his leadership mettle. Opposition unity is good for optics but its durability is anyone’s guess.
FM’s call to examine OPS is disappointing. It trades current benefits for future liabilities
Finance Minister’s announcement of a committee to examine Old Pension Scheme is disappointing. From fiscal view, it’s clear New Pension Scheme is superior, while OPS trades current benefits for future significant liabilities. This is a disturbing message to states: that fiscal imprudence will be examined at par with smart decisions.