India’s Lateral Entry Scheme: Challenges, Controversies, and the Road Ahead
Introduction The Indian government unveiled the Lateral Entry Scheme, a revolutionary policy aimed at transforming the country’s bureaucracy by injecting private-sector expertise into mid-level roles. The goal was ambitious: to modernize governance, accelerate decision-making, and bridge the gap between India’s policymaking elite and grassroots realities. Fast forward to 2024, and the scheme lies in tatters. After … Read more