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Our authors at the Rajiv Gandhi Institute for Contemporary Studies (RGICS) are thought leaders, researchers, and policy analysts committed to driving meaningful change. With expertise in governance, economic policy, sustainability, and social justice, they contribute in-depth analyses and innovative perspectives to shape informed discourse. 

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Arnab Bose

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Dr Vishal Massey

Dr Vishal Massey holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Sociology, as well as a master’s degree in management and social work. Additionally, he is actively engaged in the field of Political Science as a student.

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Dr. Somanth Ghosh

Somnath recently retired as Professor & Founding Dean (Academics) at Indian Institute of Management, Kashipur. He held regular faculty positions at three other Indian Institutes of Management at Lucknow, Bangalore and Indore.

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Himakiran Anugula

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Jeet Singh

Jeet Singh leads research studies commissioned by RGICS. He has been active as a researcher in the policy area of management of natural resources (water, forest and land), environmental governance, common property, etc.

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Neichute Douloi

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Rajesh Mahapatra

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Ravinder Pal Singh

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Sharmila Ronanki

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Sneha Mahapatra

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Vijay Mahajan

Vijay is an internationally known Indian rural development professional, social entrepreneur and a policy analyst. He is the founder of reputed organizations such as Pradan NGO and the Basix Social Enterprise Group.

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Vivek Saxena

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