Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday approved the appointment of Dr R Balasubramaniam and Dr Joram Aniya as full-time members of NITI Aayog.
“In continuation of Cabinet Secretariat’s notification No. 511/1/1/2024-Cab. dated 24.04.2026, the Prime Minister has approved the appointment of the following persons as Full-time Members, NITI Aayog with effect from the date of assumption of charge and until further orders, on the same terms and conditions as are applicable to Full-time Members, NITI Aayog: (i) Dr. R Balasubramaniam (ii) Dr. Joram Aniya,” read a GAZETTE notification dated May 2, 2026.
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Following their appointment, Prime Minister Modi congratulated both the members and wished them a productive and impactful tenure.
“Congratulations to Dr. R. Balasubramaniam Ji and Dr. Joram Aniya Ji on being appointed as Full-time Members of NITI Aayog. Their rich experience and deep understanding of various issues will greatly strengthen policy making. I am confident their contributions will help drive innovation and growth across sectors. Wishing them a very productive and impactful tenure ahead,” PM Modi said on X.