Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS)
Rakshith S Ponnathpur is a seasoned professional in public policy and data analytics with significant experience in research roles. Currently serving as a Senior Program Associate at the Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS) since September 2023, Rakshith previously held multiple positions at Dvara Research, including Research and Data Analytics Associate and Research Associate from July 2020 to August 2023, where the focus was on understanding the financial perspectives of low-income households. Prior research internships at various organizations, including the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy, Fiscal Policy Institute, and Tumakuru Smart City Limited, contributed to developing skills in data analysis, fiscal assessment, and demand forecasting. Rakshith's educational background includes a Master's degree in Public Policy from the National Law School of India University and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from RV College of Engineering.
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Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS)
The Centre for Effective Governance of Indian States (CEGIS) aims to improve lives by helping state governments deliver better development outcomes. Our work is grounded in research, evidence and a practical orientation towards implementable ideas. We help state governments with the tools they need to design effective governance and expenditure reforms, while also offering strategic implementation support. Our focus is strengthening governance by improving four core functions of the government - outcome measurement, personnel management, strategic financial management and leveraging markets for improved public service delivery. Currently, we operate across the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Delhi, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.