Renowned Nobel Laureate Professor A. Michael Spence graced Bennett University and offered insights into new economic perspectives. Moderated by Ajaya Sharma, Senior Editor at ET Now, a riveting panel discussion unfolded, fostering engaging interactions between students, and faculty. (Photo essay by Kamakshi Deshmukh)

Nobel Laureate, Professor A. Michael Spence, surrounded by the architects of this successful event

Pro VC, Prof. (Dr.) Ajit Abraham encapsulated the essence of the economic event in his opening address

Professor Michael Spence sparks optimism among students with his insightful speech highlighting India's digital economy

Ajaya Sharma, ET Now's senior editor, efficiently guides the informative panel discussion

Dynamic perspectives blend as Professor A. Michael Spence, Professor Rohinton Medhora, Chairman of the Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET), and Professor Rob Johnson, President of INET exchange ideas in this intellectual gathering

Rob Johnson, President of INET, provides fresh perspectives, adding to the intellectual depth of this event

Bennetians delve deeper into India's economic changes, posing thought-provoking questions during the engaging Q&A session with our esteemed panel

Rohinton Medhora, Chairman of INET expresses his views on the role of upcoming technology during the panel discussion

A captivated audience member documenting Professor Spence's Nobel Prize-winning knowledge

Minds met, ideas converged and a legacy of knowledge unfolded, leaving an indelible mark in the minds of the students


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