Dr. Niranjan Sahoo, a visiting senior fellow at IMPRI, is a seasoned expert in governance and public policy. He anchors studies and programs on democracy, human rights, federalism, and electoral reforms, with a particular emphasis on political funding. His work also encompasses cross-cutting issues such as exclusion, insurgencies, affirmative action, and inclusion. Notable accolades include the Asia Fellowship (2009) and his former role as a Sir Ratan Tata Fellow. Additionally, he serves as the South Asia member for the Carnegie Rising Democracies Network, contributing to discussions and publications on democracy, foreign policy, human rights, and related subjects.