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Political Researcher & Campaign Strategist | Electoral Analytics | Tamil Nadu | Making Field Data Tell the Truth

About

Politics isn't decided in press conferences. It's decided in booths, streets, and conversations that never make the news. That's the world I work in. I'm a Chennai-based political researcher and campaign strategist with a background in electoral field research, public affairs, and policy evaluation. I've worked across constituency-level campaigns, conducted booth-level voter segmentation in Tamil Nadu, and evaluated government welfare schemes aligned with NITI Aayog frameworks — all from the ground up. My work sits at the intersection of political science and real-world data: Form 20 analysis, influencer mapping, GOTV strategy, and scheme penetration assessments for communities that rarely get accurate representation in data. Currently, I manage a full-cycle constituency campaign in Poonamallee (SC) ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections — from electoral math to last-mile voter activation. Alongside that, I'm building an independent content channel that audits Tamil Nadu's political parties using evidence, not noise. If you work in political consulting, public policy, research, or civic tech — let's connect. What I do: → Constituency-level electoral research & field strategy → Booth-level voter segmentation & threat assessment → Policy & scheme evaluation (NITI Aayog-aligned) → Campaign planning & community mobilization → Political content creation (evidence-based)

Location

Chennai

Work experience

Campaign Manager / Associate at Airavat Strategies, Jan 2026 - Apr 2026 · 4 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Strategic Liaison: Delivering data-driven campaign strategies and comprehensive constituency reports. Stakeholder Management: Coordinating with Councillors, Union Secretaries, and party cadres to align ground-level operations. Data-Driven Advocacy: Synthesizing quantitative and qualitative analysis from "people listening" and government officials into actionable policy ideas. Operational Leadership: Managing field teams and conducting rigorous reporting on constituency-level issues and voter sentiment.

Field Associate at Demos Project Pvt Ltd., Aug 2025 - Jan 2026 · 6 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Conducted constituency-level political research integrating qualitative field insights with quantitative electoral analysis to decode voter behavior, demographic trends, and micro-level political shifts. Performed detailed Form 20 analysis to identify voting patterns, booth-wise performance variations, and emerging electoral trends, enabling data-backed strategic interventions. Designed and executed targeted field action plans to strengthen grassroots operations, improve stakeholder outreach, and enhance local engagement effectiveness. Led candidate screening and initial recruitment processes to build high-performing field teams aligned with campaign objectives. Planned and implemented structured field surveys, including questionnaire design, deployment, and response analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Consultant at Ipsos in India, Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 · 4 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, Project Coordination & Data Management: Led coordination for Government of Tamil Nadu (DWDAP Project), organizing quantitative/qualitative data into structured trackers. Managed end-to-end data workflows, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Executed Central Government Project by receiving/processing audio files, integrating them into Excel trackers, and maintaining systematic records for analysis. Field Operations & Stakeholder Engagement: Conducted on-ground field visits to coordinate quantitative surveys, including direct interviews with government officials and securing appointments. Spearheaded training sessions for moderators, briefing teams on questionnaire scripts (qualitative/quantitative), and overseeing field protocol adherence. Research Execution & Reporting: Performed questionnaire script checks, data validation, and reporting using Excel and specialized tools. Supported Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Women’s Safety Project through field coordination, data collection, and Excel-based analytics. Cross-functional Collaboration: Liaised with moderators, clients, and government stakeholders to streamline data collection, resolve discrepancies, and align project deliverables.

Consultant at Ipsos India, Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 · 4 mos, Led end-to-end project coordination for the Government of Tamil Nadu DWDAP Project, organizing quantitative and qualitative data into structured trackers, and ensuring full compliance with government data management protocols. Executed a Central Government research project by processing and integrating audio transcripts into Excel-based analytical frameworks, maintaining systematic records for cross-team analysis. Conducted on-ground field visits to coordinate quantitative surveys, including direct interviews with government officials, ensuring accurate data capture, and adherence to research protocols. Spearheaded moderator training sessions, briefed research teams on qualitative and quantitative questionnaire scripts, and oversaw strict field protocol adherence across assignments. Supported the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Women's Safety Project through targeted field coordination, community data collection, and Excel-based analytics, delivering insights to drive safety policy recommendations. Liaised across moderators, client representatives, and government stakeholders to resolve data discrepancies, streamline collection workflows, and align project deliverables with client expectations.

Researcher at Dr. Rams Physio Clinic, Feb 2025 - Mar 2025 · 2 mos, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, • Assisted in the pilot phase of a research study. • Collected and organized preliminary data for analysis, helping shape the direction of the study. • Interacted with patients to understand their experiences and feedback as part of the initial research phase. • Managed the front desk — attending phone calls, scheduling patient appointments, and maintaining smooth daily operations. • Coordinated with the clinical and research teams to ensure timely data collection and patient follow-ups. • Maintained patient records and provided administrative support to ensure efficiency and professionalism in client handling. This dual role gave me hands-on experience in both clinical research and front-line operations, sharpening my communication, organizational, and data management skills.

Education

Master of Arts - MA, Political Science, madras christian college

Under graduate, Political Science, madras christian college