Madhavi Pundit

Principal Economist

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About

Development practitioner with 15 years of experience in economic research and analysis across Asia, specializing in applying data and evidence to inform socio-economic policy. Contribute to flagship publications, including the Asian Development Outlook and Asia-Pacific Climate Reports, and authored research papers, policy briefs, blogs, and multimedia content. Collaborate closely with governments, researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders to design knowledge solutions, strengthen institutional capacity, and drive impact through consultations, capacity building, and training workshops. Lead multidisciplinary and international teams, manage technical assistance programs, and organize conferences to advance research and policy dialogue. You can learn more about my work here: https://sites.google.com/view/madhavipundit/about-me

Experience

  • Asian Development Bank (ADB) (13 yrs 9 mos)
    • Principal Economist
      May 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    • Senior Economist (and Economist)
      Mar 2013 - Apr 2026 · 13 yrs 2 mos

    • Economist, on assignment with Sri Lanka Resident Mission
      May 2021 - Apr 2022 · 1 yr

  • Assistant Professor at National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP)
    Feb 2011 - Feb 2013 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    At NIPFP, I worked on macrofinance policy and business cycle research, and contributed to the secretariat of the Financial Sector Legislative Reform Commission.