Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 7 years of experience in development sectors such as rural, social, and urban development, as well as water and sanitation, the expert has demonstrated proficiency in ProwessIQ, SPSS, and MS Office. Leadership roles have included core team membership in the Research Conclave at IIT Guwahati and participation in the Student Academic Board. Career highlights include internships focusing on child health, urban housing discrimination, and socio-economic data collection. With a background in public policy analysis, governance, and regional integration, the expert has contributed significantly to development initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including rural development, social development, urban development, and water and sanitation, the expert's roles have encompassed internships and project work involving child health, urban housing discrimination, and socio-economic data collection. The expert possesses interdisciplinary expertise in areas such as digital technology access for marginalized communities and regional integration. Their work is primarily country-specific to India, with responsibilities involving field surveys and data analysis to support development initiatives. Extensive experience in India has fostered a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues, particularly in water and sanitation projects.

Languages and education

Proficient in English and Hindi, the expert utilizes these languages in professional settings within India. These language skills enhance communication in multilingual teams, contributing to effective project execution. With a background in education, the expert is currently pursuing an M.A. in Development Studies at the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, India, starting in 2017. Previously, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Globalization and Development Studies from the University of Allahabad, India, completed in 2017. Their secondary and senior secondary education was completed under the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in India.