Ecomantra is a student body of the Department of Economics that laid its foundation on 20th October, 2011.  The word  'Ecomantra' is a portmanteau of two words: “Eco” and “Mantra”. "Eco" here, refers to Economics in short and the term "Mantra" is derived from two Sanskrit words: "manas," which means "mind," and "tra," which means "tool" or "instrument." Therefore, a mantra is often described as a "mind tool" or "instrument of thought."  

The name thus, represents the ideology and philosophy of the department which is to encourage students to have 'Economic instruments of thoughts'. 

Since its inception Ecomantra has provided students a plathora of opportunities by organizing various Annual fests, seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and panel discussions, providing students with opportunities to interact with eminent economists, policymakers, and industry experts. These activities enhance students' understanding of economics beyond the classroom and enable them to develop a well-rounded perspective on economic issues. In addition to the departmental society, our students actively participate in various inter-college competitions, research conferences, and community outreach programs. These initiatives help students develop critical thinking skills, teamwork abilities, and a sense of social responsibility, preparing them to make meaningful contributions to society. The department also publishes an Annual Economics Magazine, Ecobuzz.

• Faculty advisors : Dr. Tanjot Singh
• Faculty advisors : Ms. Nivedita Mullick

Our vision is to be a premier economics association known for its commitment to excellence in the field of economics. We aspire to become a hub for intellectual exchange, research, and professional development, inspiring students to make a positive impact at the grass root level through their understanding of economics. We seek to foster a culture of collaboration, diversity, and innovation, ultimately preparing our students to be leaders and change-makers in the global economy.

The mission of the Economics Association at Gargi College is to foster a vibrant and inclusive community of students who are passionate about economics. We strive to promote intellectual curiosity, provide plethora of opportunities for academic and professional growth, and engage in meaningful discussions about economics, social and current affairs. Through our activities, we aim to enrich the student textual knowledge beyond the classroom and provide a holistic experiential learning atmosphere for them.

Ecomantra, the Economics Association of Gargi College, commenced the 2023-24 session by organising the Departmental Orientation on 16th August, 2023 to welcome the freshers into our department and inform them about our course structure. Following this, Ecomantra was honoured to conduct Econopedia@India: A quiz competition on the Economic History of India celebrating Azaadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav on 18th August, 2023. 

Ecomantra took immense pride in hosting Arthvichaar : Economics Extempore Competition in Hindi on 26th September, 2023 to celebrate Hindi Diwas and honor the importance of our national language. We also had the privilege of organizing Swachch Bharat, Shrestha Bharat : A Cleanliness Drive which took place on October 1, 2023 to celebrate Gandhi Jayanti and commemorate the birth of the father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. Under this initiative, the students of the Economics Department of Gargi College set out to clean the areas in the vicinity of the Green Park Metro Station to promote cleanliness. It was at the forefront of organizing a Plantation Drive on October 3, 2023 to spread awareness about our environment by planting saplings in the college premises. Following this, the department association also organised a seminar session, "From the Bench to the BoardRoom : Corporate Law Chronicles with Supreme Court Lawyer Mr. Harshit Sethi" on 30th January, 2024 to facilitate an in-depth discussion centred around corporate law in association with economics. 

Arthgyaan'24, The Annual Economics Fest held on 29th February, 2024 was the highlight of this academic session. Centred on the theme of “Empowering Women, Empowering Economies”, it also resonated with the spirit of India’s Viksit Bharat@2047 Mission. The formal Speaker Session of the Fest was presided over by Prof. Seema Bathla, Professor, JNU; Dr. Nausheen Nizami, PDEU and Ms. Nikita Jain, IES Officer, Niti Aayog. The Economics Festival hosted 200+ students from within our college and across the Delhi University. Under the Aegis of Arthgyaan'24, multiple dynamic events were held like the Model G20 Summit, Online Economics Meme Competition, Monopoly and The Great Economics Trivia.