About Prarthana Arandhara
Prarthana Arandhara is an economist with a master's degree from Gauhati University, specializing in addressing security challenges in the water-food-environment nexus through interdisciplinary research and practical implementation.
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Prarthana Arandhara holds a master’s degree in Economics from Gauhati University and a Bachelor’s degree from Cotton University. She is dedicated to tackling the complex security issues related to the water-food-environment nexus, employing a transdisciplinary approach that combines research with on-ground implementation. Throughout her career, Prarthana has worked on various development issues including agriculture, natural resource management, and community and rural development in India. Her engagements at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRDPR), and the Foundation of Ecological Security (FES) have enriched her experience in these areas. Additionally, her academic and professional interests include Heterodox Economics, feminist theories, alternative development models, and sustainability transitions.
About CEGIS
CEGIS is an organization that partners with state governments and other entities to enhance governance and development outcomes in India, focusing on sectors like education, nutrition, and local governance.