Govt reconstitutes NITI Aayog

Current Context : The Government of India, notified the reconstituted NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog.

It made 15 Union Ministers, including those who are from NDA allies, and four full-time members a part of the government think-tank.

ABOUT NITI AAYOG

• NITI Aayog envisaged as a think tank and advisory body of the government.
• It aims to construct a strong state that will help create a dynamic and strong nation. This helps India emerge as a major economy in the world.
• Established in 2015 to replace the Planning Commission.
• It is a composed of :
  • Chairperson: PRIME MINISTER
  • Vice-Chairperson: To be appointed by Prime-Minister
  • Governing Council
  • Regional Council
  • Ad-hoc Membership
  • Ex-Officio Membership
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Special Invitees