Umesh Raj is a Research Assistant at Pahle India Foundation. He earned his Master’s in Liberal Arts from IIT Guwahati and graduated as a gold medalist with a Bachelor’s in Social Management from Central University of Gujarat. Umesh brings hands-on experience in field studies and qualitative research, having interned with the Gujarat State Human Rights…
“Kuhu is a Research Assistant at Pahle India Foundation. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University, and an M.Sc. in Economics from the London School of Economics and Political Science. She has experience in macroeconomic research, policy analysis, and development economics, gained through internships at NITI Aayog and…
Mayurdeep Bora, a physiotherapist with an MPH from Christian Medical College in Vellore. His experience as a Research Intern at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore, focused on the project ‘Rural Healthcare Delivery system(RHDS)’ , reinforced his commitment to improving the well-being of vulnerable groups. Mayurdeep is motivated to use his experience in the…
Ishita is a Research Assistant at the Pahle India Foundation, specializing in health and livelihood research within the social sciences. With an M.A. in Economics from Loyola College, Chennai, she brings expertise in policy research and has contributed to key projects focused on healthcare access, technology governance, economic well-being, and social development. Her work aims…
Surabhi has completed her undergraduate in B.Sc Economics from Symbiosis International University. Previously, she interned with the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) and has contributed to the Status of India’s Digital Economy (SIDE) report, 2023. She has also worked on the project Bharat Pravah, a collaborative effort with the Ministry of…
Surbhi Chakraborty is pursuing Ph.D. in Defence and Strategic Studies at Punjabi University, Patiala. A Gold Medallist in her postgraduate studies, she has spearheaded several initiatives aligned with the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission, particularly in the areas of indigenous defence production, cybersecurity, and strategic policy. She has contributed to a range of publications, including authoring chapters…
Dr Riya Thakur is Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Dr. YS Parmar University, Solan. A department topper, she has authored several research articles and actively participated in national and international conferences, demonstrating her academic dedication and research capabilities. She further enriched her global perspective through a prestigious international internship with Gustave Eiffel University, France, where…
Sayanton Mondal is an agriculturist and rural sustainable development professional with over four years of expertise in agricultural economics and rural development. He served as a researcher on a DST-funded project at Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, where he worked on socio-economic development initiatives for marginalized communities in Northern West Bengal through farmers’ training and capacity…
Yvonna Tia Steele has a Master’s in Public Policy from the Kautilya School of Public Policy, Hyderabad following her undergrad in Economics Honors. Her academic and professional interests lie in economic policy, fintech regulation, and development strategy. She has contributed to research and publications on maritime trade security and regulatory innovation in the FinTech sector.…
With a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology and a Master’s in Public Health and Community Medicine, Sneha brings a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach to the field of public health. Sneha previously served as a Senior Analyst at EY, LLP, where she had the opportunity to collaborate with notable government clients, including the NHA, NEDFi and HTAIn-Department…
Palak Mahajan has a background in Public Health and Nutrition from the University of Delhi. She has worked majorly in Tuberculosis programs and operational research vertical conducting primary and secondary research in the area of TB, silicosis and related co-morbidities. In addition, she has been working briefly in the multi-sectorial coordination with Corporates/PSUs/NGOs to bring…
Samriddhi Prakash is a Research Associate at Pahlé India Foundation, interested in macroeconomics, international trade, and sustainability. She earned her Master’s degree in Economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University in 2023 and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Miranda House, University of Delhi.