Ashok Desai

Ashok Desai is a seasoned economist and consultant with extensive experience in various prestigious roles. Currently serving as a Board Member at Forbes Marshall since July 2005, Desai also contributes as a Consultant Editor for The Telegraph Calcutta and has held the position of Chairman at Corporate Catalyst India Pvt Ltd since April 1994. Previous roles include Consultant Editor for Business World and Member of the Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council during Atal Bihari Vajpayee's tenure. Desai's notable contributions as Chief Consultant to the Ministry of Finance of India from 1991 to 1993 were instrumental in shaping significant economic reforms under Finance Minister Manmohan Singh. Academic credentials include a PhD and MA in Economics from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor of Commerce from Sydenham College, Bombay. Desai has also held positions in academic and research institutions, showcasing a comprehensive expertise in both theoretical and applied economics.