In her compelling TEDxGIPE talk, “India at 2047,” Dr. Nishita Raje offers a bold and clear-eyed vision of what it will take for India to transform into a developed nation by the centenary of its independence. Anchored in a rich mix of data, economic analysis, and social insight, the presentation challenges the audience to confront India’s structural hurdles—ranging from low human capital development and job quality to gender disparity and inadequate skilling. Dr. Raje emphasizes that sustained GDP growth alone is insufficient unless it is accompanied by deep reforms in education, health, and labor markets.With the urgency of a ticking clock and the promise of a demographic dividend, the talk presents a multi-pronged strategy: harness digital public infrastructure, close skill gaps, invest in children and youth, ride the wave of AI responsibly, and promote inclusive growth. While acknowledging the threats of automation and AI-induced job loss, Dr. Raje remains optimistic—arguing that if India acts decisively and inclusively, it can master these disruptions and emerge stronger.Her message is clear: the path to becoming a developed nation isn’t automatic—it demands collective effort, bold policy action, and a societal mindset that says, “It is faster than you think.” India’s moment is now. AN ALUMNA OF THE GOKHALE INSTITUTE, DR. NISHITA RAJE IS A FINANCIAL AND MACROECONOMIST SPECIALIZING IN MONETARY POLICY, FINANCIAL MARKETS, AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH. HAVING WORKED WITH THE RBI, SHE HAS CONTRIBUTED TO CENTRAL BANKING, FINANCIAL REGULATION, AND POLICY DEVELOPMENT. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx