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“In the 1980s, we were advised, why don't you follow Reaganomics or Thatcherite economics. We said, yes, there are good points, let's see how we can fit them in the Indian economy. Every country has its own way of moving forward.”

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Pranab Mukherjee

Pranab Mukherjee (1935-2020) was the 13th President of India, serving from 2012 to 2017. A veteran Indian politician and senior Congress party leader, he held multiple cabinet positions including Finance Minister, Defence Minister, and External Affairs Minister. He made history as the first President of India from West Bengal. He passed away on August 31, 2020, at age 84 after contracting COVID-19. more

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