Welcome to World of Policy,
Governance & Management.
Assistant Professor of Humanities and Liberal Arts at Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya, with a focus on public policy, governance, sustainability, and strategic management.
Education, Work Experience & Research
An integrated profile of academic training, policy, practice, and applied research.
Education
I obtained my PhD from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, supported by a Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Fellowship at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. I pursued my MSc in Public Policy and Administration from the London School of Economics and Political Science, where I was awarded the LSE-India Scholarship. I have an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor of Business Studies from the University of Delhi.
Work Experience
I have close to 12 years of work experience in the public policy and governance domain, working both directly and indirectly with the Government of India and multilateral agencies on highly pressing, demanding and critical issues such as regulation of Foreign Direct Investments in the country, preparing legal documents for the implementation of mega infrastructure projects on public-private partnership mode, and presently on issues of energy transition. My work experience spans from working on projects with the National Bureau of Asian Research, Washington, D.C. and the Asian Development Bank to several renowned think tanks in India.
Research
My overall research interests have a broad spectrum spanning from emerging issues in public policy in India, policy analysis, regulation and governance aspects, and policy communication that largely fall in the academic disciplines of political science, public administration, and law. Within the field of public policy, my research areas at present are energy transition and universal energy access, i.e., SDGs 7 and other related UN goals that are directly and indirectly related to SDG 7. My research has mostly been applied in nature, with over 100+ projects and 20+ reports and policy documents.
Teaching & Academic Areas
Core subject areas are taught across MBA and executive education programs.
Public Policy & Governance
Courses covering public policy analysis, governance frameworks, regulation, and Indian polity, with emphasis on institutional design and policy implementation.
Sustainable Development & Energy Transition
Teaching and research on sustainable development, energy transition, SDGs, and policy approaches to climate and energy access.
Business Ethics & Strategic Management
Exploration of business ethics, regulation, and strategic decision-making in complex institutional and policy environments.
Academic & Institutional Engagement
MBA & Executive Teaching
Design and delivery of MBA electives and executive education modules in public policy, governance, and sustainability.
Government & Public Sector Training
Experience in delivering Management Development Programs and public administration training for government officers and public institutions.
Research & Policy Engagement
Applied research and collaboration with think tanks, multilateral organisations, and academic institutions on policy and governance issues.
Top frequently asked questions answered
Here I have answered common queries.
Yes. The electives include applied components and live projects based on past and ongoing collaborations with reputed organisations and public institutions. Previous engagements have included organisations such as Deloitte, Bihar State Sports Authority, and other public sector and policy-focused institutions.
Yes. These electives are designed using consulting-style frameworks and real-world policy and governance cases. Students develop structured problem-solving skills and gain exposure to complex, ambiguous, and institution-driven decision-making environments.
These electives are well-suited for students interested in consulting, public policy, ESG and sustainability, public affairs, infrastructure, social impact, and leadership roles. They are also valuable for students who want to build strong analytical and strategic thinking skills applicable across sectors.
Yes. These electives help differentiate your MBA profile by adding policy, governance, and sustainability expertise. They signal exposure to real-world institutional contexts, applied projects, and strategic problem-solving - all of which are valued by consulting firms, corporates, development organisations, and public sector institutions.
Explore Elective Courses
Learn more about the elective courses offered in public policy, governance, and sustainable development.