Anisree Suresh

Anisree Suresh, a geoeconomics research analyst at the Takshashila Institution, brings her insights on Kerala's bold claim of eradicating extreme poverty. She discusses the state's innovative poverty measurement methods and the multifaceted EPAP program, which includes housing repairs and health support. Anisree highlights the risks of poverty recurrence due to external shocks like floods or pandemics. She emphasizes the need for sustainable economic policies and strong institutions to ensure long-term progress, making a case for continued urban development and reform.