John Brian

As a Research Intern at NITI Aayog, I collaborated with the Policy and Analysis division to prepare the State Development Index, analyzing socio-economic indicators across states. I conducted quantitative data cleaning and regression analysis using STATA and Excel, and contributed to drafting internal policy briefs on the MSME sector and fiscal incentives.

During my internship at PRS Legislative Research, I researched and summarized key provisions of economic legislation, including the Union Budget 2023. I authored briefings for policy analysts and monitored updates from financial institutions to support ongoing publications, enhancing public understanding of economic policies.

Grade: 8.7/10

Activities and societies: Participated in inter-university policy debates and economic seminars.

A highly motivated and analytically skilled Economics postgraduate from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), with a strong academic foundation and practical experience in policy analysis, data-driven research, and economic modeling. My dissertation focused on the impact of MNREGA on rural employment patterns in Uttar Pradesh, providing evidence-based policy recommendations.

Activities and societies: Active member of the Economics Society; coordinated seminars and guest lectures on contemporary economic issues.

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Economics with a focus on core economic theories and quantitative methods. Authored a research paper analyzing fiscal deficit trends in India post-2008.