I work as a Research Manager at J-PAL South Asia on the projects in Energy and Environment Sector. I hold a Master's degree in Economics from Symbiosis International University, India. I have over 4 years of work experience in the policy space, working in different capacities - implementation, data analysis, and policy briefs. I have worked extensively with the Governments of Andhra Pradesh and Punjab on implementing Direct Benefit Transfers of Electricity to farmers. I have also been working with several other states to study the implementation of smart metering and its policy implications.