A voice that came to explain the economy, and now the silence has left. Sometimes, some people just do their work, but that work changes the perspective of thinking of a generation.
I came across a piece of news last night which sent a deep rage in my heart.
Today is a sad day for all of us, where we are remembering India’s famous economist, policy researcher-writer, and ThePrint columnist. Dr. Radhika Pandey, a senior economist, is no longer with us.
She died at the age of 46 on 28 June 2025 at ILBS, New Delhi. This is a great loss for the world of economics.
Economist Radhika Pandey ji was the name who not only understood economic terms, but wrote them in such a way that even a common woman could understand them. For platforms like ours, which promote women’s empowerment and financial literacy, her work has been an inspiration.
Her writings were not only full of wisdom, but there was clarity in every word.
Whether it was monetary policy or matters of budget, she always took care that the readers do not get confused.
They should be able to understand, think, and take decisions. This is what real empowerment is – when you can connect economics as an emotion from real life.
At WealthForHer, we repeatedly say – knowledge is the first step toward financial freedom.
She showed how economic policy writing can be empowering.
With financial awareness, every woman can take strong decisions in her life.
Every article, every research paper by Economist Radhika Pandey ji was a step towards this freedom, especially for all those who are at the starting point of their financial journey.
Her passing has brought a silence – but her written words, her thoughts and her sincerity – will always be remembered.
We express our deep condolences to her family.
And salute her legacy, which will always remind us that the real purpose of writing is to bring knowledge to people that is understandable.
Economist Radhika Pandey– You were truly an example for every aspiring financial writer. 🙏
It is also a reminder for all those who wish to contribute to areas such as policy research, economic journalism, and financial literacy.
Economist Radhika Pandey will always be remembered for her contributions to the field.
In today’s times, when women in economics and female financial voices have become more important in India, her work will serve as a roadmap.
She showed how economic policy writing can be empowering and how, with financial awareness, every woman can take strong decisions in her life. WealthForHer will always strive to remember role models like them, who truly pave the way for women.
Economist, policy researcher-writer & ThePrint columnist Radhika Pandey passes away at 46
— ThePrintIndia (@ThePrintIndia) June 29, 2025
Akanksha Mishra @Akanksha_mish27 reports for ThePrint https://t.co/kiZUxRWN3p
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Who was Economist Radhika Pandey?
- Economist Radhika Pandey Background: Economics degree from Banaras Hindu University, then MA and PhD from Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur
- Economist Radhika Pandey Academic Career: Started as a lecturer at National Law University, Jodhpur; Then from 2008 she became an associate professor in NIPFP
- Research & Policy Contribution: Worked on critical areas such as inflation targeting, public finance, carbon border mechanism and bond market; her research had a direct impact on the framework of RBI
- MacroSutra and Public Engagement: Since 2021, Radhika has been writing MacroSutra for ThePrint, in which she explains complex macroeconomic issues in a common language every week His words were not only liked in academic journals but also among the common people, which made him a popular and reliable commentator.
- Difficult journey and liberation
After typhoid, he started battling a disease like bile disease. After an emergency liver transplant, his health deteriorated further, and then he died on the morning of 28 June. Statements of his husband, Sanjay, and doctors are published in Business Standard, from which it is known that he took his last breath with great courage.
đź’ˇ Our Lesson for wealthforher.com:
We can learn some valuable lessons from Economist Radhika Pandey’s journey:
Life Empowerment from Economics
She showed that when we understand financial policies and apply them to our lives, we can make our and our family’s future better, like understanding inflation targeting, budgeting, savings vs investment decisions.
Research and Communication
Just doing research is not enough; she made her work accessible to all of us. We can also empower our readers—that is, convert financial literacy into inspiring storytelling.
Resilience & Passion
Her dedication is such an example that she continued to work irrespective of health—an inspiring lesson for all women readers: When you have passion, you will find the path.
✍️ “Radhika ji told us that poverty and future insecurity can be overcome not just by words but by strategies. Her MacroSutra made the financial headlines every month relatable for us—we can bring the same tone to wealth for her.” Let us carry forward their rich legacy by starting a smart savings plan or understanding a policy
If you, too, are looking for a women’s empowerment finance blog, women artists of India, or tools for financial independence, do read Radhika’s articles.
- Difficult journey and liberation
