I am a results-driven Public Affairs Leader with 18 years of experience in shaping policy decisions, building coalitions, and advocating for industry interests. My expertise lies in government relations, public policy, stakeholder engagement, content writing, and strategic communications. I am passionate about driving positive change through effective public affairs strategies and thrive in dynamic and challenging environments.
Currently, working as Head, Public Policy and Government Relations at Pristyn Care, a healthcare unicorn. My mandate is to establish sectoral primacy of a new-age healthcare provider like Pristyn Care and engage with key stakeholders. Also, my key responsibility is to ensure business continuity and ensure no regulatory hurdles restrict the business operations.
Worked as a public policy consultant with Mobile Premier League (MPL), a leading gaming platform.
Worked as Lead - Strategic Alliances for Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS), a self-regulatory body for Fantasy Sports in India, driven by Dream 11
Worked as Associate Vice-President with the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI, www.iamai.in), the only representative body of the digital industry in India.
Comprehensive market knowledge about trends in the digital industry encompassing the various verticals such as Healthtech, Online Gaming, Edutech, and Digital Media
Extensive experience in primary and secondary research, writing, commissioning & editing content for features, news, and reports.
Possess superior written and verbal communication skills with avid attention to detail and the ability to work under strict deadlines.
A creative thinker endowed with excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head, Public Policy and Government Relations
Pristyn Care
Gurgaon
04.2022
Establish sectoral primacy of a new-age healthcare provider like Pristyn Care and engage with key stakeholders
Ensure business continuity and ensure no regulatory hurdles restrict the business operations.
Consultant, Policy and Strategic Alliances
Mobile Premier League
Delhi
11.2021 - 03.2022
Worked as a public policy consultant with Mobile Premier League (MPL), a leading gaming platform.
Lead - Strategic Alliances
Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS)
Delhi
03.2021 - 10.2021
Worked as Lead - Strategic Alliances for Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (FIFS), a self-regulatory body for Fantasy Sports in India, driven by Dream 11
Associate Vice-President
Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI)
11.2011 - 02.2021
Worked as Associate Vice-President with the Internet & Mobile Association of India (IAMAI, www.iamai.in), the only representative body of the digital industry in India.
Research Director & Managing Editor
ALPHABET MEDIA
Delhi NCR
11.2010 - 11.2011
Singapore-based Alphabet Media is a trade media company specializing in public sector markets in Asia Pacific.
Manager (Vertical Industries)
SPRINGBOARD RESEARCH
Delhi
06.2006 - 11.2010
A Singapore-based IT research firm, specializing in IT research in the Asia-Pacific Region.
Correspondent
GLOBAL SERVICES
Gurgaon
06.2005 - 06.2006
Tracking the developments in the outsourcing industry through intensive research & reporting.
Senior Executive
CONFEDERATION OF INDIAN INDUSTRY (CII)
Delhi
06.2003 - 06.2005
Press Communications
Attending various seminars, conferences, and summits organized by CII, writing releases.
Team Leader
NEWSLINK SERVICES
Delhi
12.2001 - 05.2003
A Cyprus-based News Portal catering to the needs of sailors.
Education
Postgraduate in Journalism - undefined
Bharatiya Vidya Bhawan
One-Year Diploma in Systems Management - undefined