Siddharth, a law graduate from the ICFAI University, Dehradun and Masters from South Asian University, New Delhi is a Research Assistant at Pahlé India Foundation. He has done his Bachelors and Masters with specialization in International Law. He was the recipient of SAU Merit Scholarship for 2022-24 LLM Program. Having a keen interest in oriental…
Jashan Kakkar is an Economics postgraduate from the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi, with a specialization in Trade and Finance. He completed his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Jashan has interned with the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS), where he prepared an in-depth report on India-China…
Bishal Kalita is a Research Assistant at Pahle India Foundation, with a postgraduate degree in Development Studies from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Hyderabad. He is passionate about conducting policy research and advancing evidence-based policy advocacy for informed decision-making. His expertise lies in policy analysis and advocacy, qualitative and quantitative research, and project management,…
Noboneeta Rabha is a Research Assistant at Pahle India Foundation with a postgraduate degree in Development Studies from IIT Guwahati and a foundational background in Geography. Her academic and professional work focuses on evidence-based policy research in environmental governance, rural development, and social protection systems. She has conducted extensive fieldwork examining the socio-ecological impacts of…
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…
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…
Jiya Bharti holds a postgraduate degree in economics and brings experience in public policy with a focus on agricultural trade, digital economy, and gig economy through a gender lens. She has also written on gender issues and contributed reports on the digital economy, reflecting her commitment to inclusive and equitable development
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…











