Mr. Samruddha Bhirad

Bio

Samruddha S. Bhirad is a Research Associate at the MIT School of Government. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering and a postgraduate degree in Masters in Political Leadership and Government (MPG). Prior to transitioning into politics and governance, he gained around three years of professional experience in the IT industry.

Since joining the MIT School of Government in 2023, Samruddha has been actively engaged in research, teaching, content creation, social media management, digital marketing, institutional branding, and ground-level political initiatives. He has extensive on-ground campaign experience across multiple states, including Punjab, Assam, and Maharashtra, contributing to election research and strategic planning.

His expertise lies in psephology, election studies, surveys, and data analysis. His research focuses on understanding how data shapes political strategies, the potential of data-driven campaigns, and the role of political research and communication in influencing voter behaviour and electoral outcomes. Samruddha combines rigorous analytical skills with practical political insights, bridging the gap between academic research and real-world electoral strategy.