Shahnawaz Qadri
Project Manager An academic with more than 13 years of experience in research, policy analysis and teaching. Proven expertise in qualitative research, data synthesis, and policy analysis, with a focus on Sustainable Development and Environment; Humanitarian aid politics; Women Empowerment, Geopolitical Risk Assessment; and foreign relations. Dr. Qadri has taught international relations at various colleges […]
Manya Kakkar
Research Assistant Manya Kakkar is a trade and policy researcher with a focus on how infrastructure, agreements, and global corridors shape India’s economic relationships. Holding a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) degree from the University of Delhi, she brings a grounding in finance, economics, and statistical analysis to her work. At BRIEF, her work cuts across […]
Krishangi Kathotia
Research Assistant Krishangi Kathotia is a research and policy professional working at the intersection of trade, geopolitics, foreign policy, and strategy. She brings experience in analysing complex regulatory landscapes, mapping global value chains and assessing geopolitical risks that shape India’s engagement with the global economy. She has previously worked with the American energy policy team […]
Dhruv Mehrotra
Research Associate Dhruv holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from NMIMS, Mumbai. His core competencies lie in research, communication, and leveraging AI tools for analytical insights. With a keen interest in trade dynamics, import/export systems, supply chains, trade policies, and economics, he focuses on exploring global trade trends and technological integration in economic and […]
Sagnik Samadder
Senior Research Associate Sagnik brings with him five years of rich experience, underpinned by a deep understanding of trade and development consultations. A student at the Symbiosis School of Economics, he possesses a strong interest in drafting policy briefs, research articles, and analytical reports. His professional journey also includes valuable experience working in the Office […]
Vaswati Rudrapal
Research Associate Vaswati is a postgraduate in Applied Economics from Christ University, Bangalore. Her research interests lie in the areas of Labour and Industrial Economics. She is driven towards blending data analysis with policy insights to address issues related to economic growth and employment. Her professional experience includes working as an officer at the Federal […]
Bhavna Bahl
Bhanavi Bahl – Research Assistant Bhanavi holds a Master’s degree in International Political Economy from King’s College London. Her specialisation spans economics research, policy and data analysis. At BRIEF, Bhanavi focuses on leveraging her knowledge of global supply chain strategy for international trade facilitation and trade logistics
Shahana MS
Shahana MS – Research Assistant Shahana holds a Master’s degree in Applied Economics from the Centre for Development Studies (Jawaharlal Nehru University). With a specialization in econometrics, statistics, and data analysis, she has developed a robust skill set that enables her to analyze complex economic data. She has studied and conducted research on Indian business […]
Rishabh Sachdeva
Rishabh Sachdeva – Research Assistant Rishabh Sachdeva holds a Master’s degree in Diplomacy, Law, and Business from the Jindal School of International Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Delhi. His research interests span soft power and public diplomacy, climate diplomacy, international trade, and education. In addition to his academic pursuits, […]
Simran Javaid
Simran Javaid, Research Assistant Simran is a Research Assistant at BRIEF. As an English (Hons.) Graduate from Jamia Millia Islamia, she has endeavoured to foster gender-inclusive development initiatives. Her tenure at BRIEF has been marked by contributions to a World Bank project focusing on enhancing gender inclusivity within the Delhi SNB RRTS (Rapid Railway Transit […]