Punitha Krishnan
Sengottai
Summary
As a conscientious and engaged citizen, I remain open to progressive ideas and attuned to socio-environmental concerns, approaching issues with rational analysis and a firm, informed voice. I am committed to producing valuable, evidence-based insights and contributing meaningfully to the fields I engage with—particularly within the political and public policy landscape. My strategic thinking is complemented by a creative outlook and a consistent focus on overlooked narratives and underrepresented communities, often bringing fresh perspectives that resonate with colleagues and stakeholders alike.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Campaign Manager
Hadapsar-Election Internship
Pune
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Actively worked on the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly Election campaign for Prashant Sudam Jagtap, the candidate from Hadapsar (213 constituency).
- Managed booth-level operations, including volunteer coordination and voter outreach. Led door-to-door campaigns to engage local communities, and promote candidate visibility.
- Assisted in voter data tracking, campaign messaging, and local issue mapping. Gained grassroots-level experience in political campaign strategy and field management.
Survey Researcher
Lokniti-CSDS
Pune
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted data collection for a pre-poll survey across 39 constituencies in Maharashtra. Designed effective survey questionnaires to assess voter behavior with team members. Analyzed survey data to identify trends and patterns between Mahayuti and MVA governments.
Data Analyst
LEA association
Chennai
07.2023 - 08.2023
- As part of a collaborative initiative with the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA), involved in the data analysis and quality assurance of large-scale survey questionnaires aimed at assessing the urban needs and priorities of Chennai’s residents. This project was a critical input for the drafting of Chennai’s next Five-Year Development Plan.
Content Writer
ZTH ORBIT
Chennai
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked in media production and social media management across diverse digital platforms.
Created impactful written content, including articles, scripts, posts, and campaign materials.
Managed social media pages, ensuring consistent branding, and audience engagement.Collaborated with the design and video teams to align content with visual storytelling.
Political Researcher
CMDA
Chennai
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked on Chennai’s upcoming Five-Year Plan with the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA).
Collaborated closely with Anshul Mishra (Member Secretary, CMDA), and urban local body officials.
Conducted political research, data collection, and analysis to assess the urban needs of Chennai residents.
Led quality checks on resident surveys, and translated data into policy insights.
Education
MPG - POLITICAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNMENT
MIT-SOG
PUNE05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
MOP Vaishnav College For Women
Chennai04-2024
Skills
- Political research
- Psephology
- Political strategy
- Election campaign management
- Survey design
- Data analysis
- Content creation
Affiliations
- Reading books
- Watching debates and podcasts
- Writing
- Traveling
- Dancing
Languages
Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
- Beyond the surface: An in-depth sociological study on adolescence in Perumbakkam resettlement colony, best socio-economic research award
- Liaison officer in National Legislative Conference (NLC)
- liaison officer in Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (BCS)
Timeline
Assistant Campaign Manager
Hadapsar-Election Internship
10.2024 - 11.2024
Survey Researcher
Lokniti-CSDS
09.2024 - 10.2024
Data Analyst
LEA association
07.2023 - 08.2023
Content Writer
ZTH ORBIT
03.2023 - 07.2023
Political Researcher
CMDA
12.2022 - 02.2023
MPG - POLITICAL LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNMENT
MIT-SOG
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
MOP Vaishnav College For Women
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