Economist Neelkanth Mishra Named World Bank Executive Director

Neelkanth Mishra, an economist with a long public‑policy career, has been appointed. He will serve as a World Bank Executive Director representing his constituency. The appointment was announced by the institution’s governing bodies. Mishra’s background includes work on development economics and finance. He is expected to contribute to the Bank’s strategic and lending decisions. The role places him at the center of global development policy discussions. Stakeholders anticipate his influence on emerging‑market projects. The appointment marks a notable step in his professional trajectory.