About Us

Bridging computational rigor with social science to inform evidence-based technology policy for India's digital future.

Our Mission

Shaping India's digital future through rigorous research and evidence-based policy

We believe effective policy emerges from the intersection of rigorous data analysis and deep understanding of social dynamics — bridging academic research and practical implementation to reach decision-makers shaping India's digital future.

Our People

The Team

MC

Manisha Ciddu

Managing Director

MBA graduate from IIM Rohtak leading the Lab's organizational direction through systemic thinking and cross-sector collaboration.

Strategy & OperationsSupply ChainProcurement
AP

Dr. Arun Teja Polcumpally

Lead Researcher

Doctoral researcher examining AI surveillance and global power structures through Neorealism and Neo-Gramscian frameworks.

AI & SurveillanceTech PolicyInternational Relations
BP

Bhargav Lenin Pallam

Head of Engineering

Software engineer with six years across web, backend, and cloud infrastructure, building accessible technology in service of public good.

AI EngineeringInfrastructure
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