Amitabh Kant Bids Goodbye To Bureaucracy. What Next?

In a heartfelt social media post, Kant expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accepting his resignation and for the trust placed in him in driving developmental initiatives that shaped India's growth trajectory.

While he announced his resignation on Monday morning, the focus now is on his plans ahead.

New Chapter: Private Sector Engagement

Kant, in his second inning, has plans ready — he wants to engage more with startups, think tanks, and academic institutions in a personal capacity.

“I now look forward to contributing to India’s transformational journey towards Viksit Bharat by facilitating and supporting free enterprise, startups, think tanks, and academic institutions,” Kant wrote on his X handle.

Kant expressed his enthusiasm, stating that he looks forward to contributing to India's transformational journey.

Kant wrote on X, “My New Journey: After 45 years of dedicated government service, I have decided to embrace new opportunities and move forward in life.”

“I am incredibly thankful to the Prime Minister of India for accepting my resignation as G20 Sherpa and for giving me the opportunity to drive a range of developmental initiatives and contribute to the growth, development, and progress of India,” he added.

Sources, however, said that Kant may even join the private sector in a more expanded capacity after the necessary cooling period.

A Legacy of Service

Kant's contribution to the government has been significant, with notable stints in various key roles. As CEO of Niti Aayog, he played a pivotal role in shaping India's development agenda. His appointment as G20 Sherpa in July 2022 further cemented his reputation as a seasoned bureaucrat, particularly during India's G20 presidency.

Kant's decision to step down as G20 Sherpa marks the end of an era in his government service.

However, his dedication to India's growth and development remains unwavering. With a new chapter unfolding, Kant's experience and insights are expected to benefit the private sector, fostering innovation and progress.

As Kant begins this new journey, his legacy in government service will continue to inspire future generations of bureaucrats and policymakers, his colleagues say.