India, July 5 -- "I am very delighted to be appointed as vice-chancellor (VC) of the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics (GIPE). I am looking forward, having got an opportunity in such a good institute with a strong legacy. It is a lifetime opportunity for anyone in this area of economics." says Umakant Dash, newly conferred the prestigious post Wednesday night.

"I will try to take this institute to the next level, work with the faculties, and create an environment for it to be strong in research, teaching, collaboration and consultancy. We will work very closely with the government for the development of society which is the core mandate and objective of GIPE," he adds.

A renowned academician and economist, Dash, is currently t...