Vipul Rana

Postgraduate student in Economics with a strong foundation in finance, research, and public policy. Selected for RBI's Central Bank Digital Currency Seminar, and led a college team through the RBI national-level essay writing competition. Co-authored a published research paper on public debt and financial inclusion. Experienced in seminar presentations, policy discussions, and data analysis. Excels at applying economic theory to real-world problems, and seeking opportunities in research, consulting, and development sectors.

Availability: Open to internships and full-time roles in economics, research, policy, and consulting.

• Participated– RBI Seminar on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) G20 Outreach Event on India's CBDC Journey by Fintech Dept., RBI (2023)
• Co-Author – "Public Indebtedness and Its Consequences: Analysis of Punjab State" in edited volume Punjab Economy: Past, Present & Future, ISBN: 978-81-972-976-1-8
• Workshop Participant – Digital India: Empowerment and Transformation toward Inclusive Growth, ICSSR-Sponsored National Seminar
• Participated – Digital and E-Governance Reforms for Good Local Governance (ICSSR-AMRUT project)
• Workshop Participant – Youth Empowerment Through Skill Development (CRRID)
• Winner – Zonal Level Quiz (3rd Place), Panjab University Youth Festival

• Economics Research, 01/24, 03/24, presented in the ICSSR North-Western Regional National Seminar, conducted an in-depth research project on 'Public Indebtedness and Its Consequences: An Analysis of Punjab State,' and provided actionable recommendations to address the issue and support economic recovery

Public Indebtedness and Its Consequences: An Analysis of Punjab State, Jan 2024 – Mar 2024| ICSSR National Seminar Presentation

• Conducted detailed research on debt trends, financial inclusion, and capital expenditure in Punjab
• Analyzed secondary financial data and state expenditure reports, and provided policy-based recommendations for recovery
• Co-presented and published the findings, reinforcing the practical application of economic frameworks

Leadership and activities

• Team Lead, RBI National-level essay writing competition – Guided peer team through multiple rounds of competitive selection
• Zonal Youth Festival Quiz Finalist – represented DAV College at Panjab University level

Active volunteer, economic seminars, and youth development workshops

Panjab University Zonal Youth and Heritage Festival, participated in the zonal-level quiz competition and secured third place