Vaishnavi Gokul
@vaishnavigokul
Political research executive at PlanPol, contributing to Tamil Nadu election strategy through constituency research and voter insight analysis.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At PlanPol, I contributed to campaign strategy for the Tamil Nadu Elections 2026, conducting field research and analysing constituency-level data to support voter insight analysis and implementation planning. I also work on Tamil Nadu political updates and media narratives for an app.
My research and internships have explored public policy, governance, electoral politics, and political communication. At Thanthi TV’s Digital Wing, I wrote articles and created video shorts and poster cards; at the Kallakurichi MLA Office, I supported press notes, speeches, and public communications.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Worked as Sustainability Data Governance Specialist at Yuva Intern by Henry Harvin.
Worked on a Malaysian election campaign, contributing to content management, staff coordination, and digital campaigning across different time zones.
Currently tracking Tamil Nadu politics and developing daily media narratives/updates for an app, focusing on political developments, news analysis, and content curation.
Hosted monthly Instagram discussions on casteism and mental health. Designed promotional visuals and coordinated guest communication.
Contributed to campaign strategy for the Tamil Nadu Elections 2026, working across Tiruppur South, Sattur, Dindigul, and Royapuram through field research, tele-calling, and voter insight analysis Analysed constituency-level data using Excel and supported implementation planning, political messaging, and digital/video content strategy based on on-ground insights
Conducted desk-based research and Budget reviews on public policy and governance issues. Assisted in drafting policy briefs and analytical notes. Analysed policy frameworks and implementation challenges using evidence-based approaches.
Public policy club
Jun 2025 - Mar 2026 (9 months)
Organised the Policy Design Workshop
Coordinated workshop logistics, participant engagement, and event activities.
Led the Documentation Team, managing records and content for workshops, seminars, and policy-related events.
Worked as Hospitality Committee Co Head at Sustainable Development Goals Cell (SDG).
Volunteered in the successful execution of DAKSH, an annual education and career guidance fair.
Supported event coordination, participant assistance, and smooth conduct of fair activities.
Supported drafting of press notes, speeches, and public communications. Assisted in constituency-level meetings, grievance redressal sessions, and public outreach. Observed electoral engagement and representative–citizen interaction at the grassroots level.
Digital wing intern
Apr 2025 - May 2025 (1 month)
My one-month internship at Thanthi TV, Chennai, was an enriching experience that offered a deep dive into the real workings of a newsroom. As part of the Digital Wing, I was involved in writing articles, creating video shorts, snippets, and designing poster cards for various platforms such as YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. I learned to use tools like Pixlr, Avid, and iNews, and became
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Thiru. Dakshanamoorthy. N, Municipal Commissioner, and my internship supervisor, Thiru. Sri Prakash, Municipal Manager, for their invaluable support and guidance throughout my internship at Tiruvannamalai Municipality
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Christ University, Bangalore
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
2023 - 2027
Unstop
Participant – QuizOff 2026: India’s Biggest AI Quiz
Issued Jul 2026
Christ University, Bangalore
Hospitality Committee Head of the SDG Cell
Issued Mar 2026
Christ University, Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus (Official)
International Seminar Documentation Volunteer
Issued Jan 2026
Christ University, Bangalore
Daksh Volunteer
Issued Nov 2025
Department of International Studies, Political Science and History (Christ University, BRC campus)
Sports gala 2025 1st position in carrom competition
Issued Sep 2025
Department of International Studies, Political Science and History (Christ University, BRC campus)
Policy Design Workshop Student Organiser
Issued Nov 2025
United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS)
Net Zero 101: What, Why and How
Issued Oct 2025
Kallakurichi MLA Office
MLA Office Internhip
Issued Jun 2025
Lokniti-CSDS
Election survey and Opinion Poll - Workshop
Issued Sep 2025
Christ University, Bangalore
MOCK PARLIMENTARY ELECTION
Issued Mar 2025
Thanthi TV (Metronation Chennai Television Pvt Ltd)
Digital Wing Internship
Issued May 2025
Thiruvannamalai municipality
MUNICIPALITY OFFICE INTERNSHIP
Issued Jun 2024
NPTEL
Indian society: sociological perspective
Issued Jul 2024
Vignesh Matriculation Higher Secondary school,Tamil Nadu
science (i.e) physics, chemistry, Zoology, Botany
2021 - 2023
I proudly completed my 12th standard with 92% in the Pure Science stream, ranking among the top students in my class. I would like to sincerely thank my principal and teachers for their invaluable support and guidance throughout my academic journey. Special thanks to Mrs. Angeline Thirumarai Selvi (Zoology), Mrs. Gayatri, Mr. Ilavarasan, Mr. Kumareasan, Mr. John D. Cruse, Mrs. Jayanti, Mrs. Induma
International Studies Political Science and History
Bridge Course in Political Science
Issued Jul 2023
MyCaptain
Photography Course
Issued Dec 2023
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