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MGNF

KNOWLEDGE SERIES SESSIONS

The MGNF program office organized a series of informative sessions known as the ‘Knowledge Series
Sessions’ for the Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship Cohort of 2021-23. These sessions were designed to
provide valuable insights and knowledge to the fellows as part of their fellowship program.

EXPLORING GLOBAL PH.D PATHWAY OPPORTUNITIES ABROAD

17 MAY
Ms. Sneha Subramanian, Ph.D Scholar , Purude University, United States, delivered a knowledge series
session in a virtual mode for the MGNF fellows on the topic “Exploring Global Ph.D Pathway Opportunities
Abroad.” She provided valuable insights and information about Global Ph.D Pathway Opportunities Abroad.

The session focused on the specific aspect of pursuing a Ph.D. abroad. She discussed the advantages of
studying abroad, different countries and institutions renowned for their Ph.D. programs, application processes,
funding options, and potential career benefits of earning a Ph.D. internationally. The session was valuable
for MGNF fellows. It aimed to equip them with the knowledge and resources needed to consider and pursue
Ph.D. opportunities on an international scale, potentially opening doors to a wider world of academic and
professional possibilities.

EXPLORING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNANCE
SECTOR

25 MAY
Mr. Yash Agarwal, Founder, The Policy Square, delivered a knowledge series session in a virtual mode for
the MGNF fellows on the topic “Exploring career opportunities in public policy and governance sector”. He
provided valuable insights and information about career opportunities in public policy and governance
sector. He discussed the significance of the public policy and governance sector in the context of societal

development, emphasizing how government policies and actions impact various aspects of citizens’ lives. He
also discussed the diverse career opportunities available within the public policy and governance sector. The
session was an informative and insightful event that provided valuable insights and information to the MGNF
fellows in this field. It served as a catalyst for individuals considering a career in public policy and governance,
offering them guidance on how to navigate this dynamic and impactful sector.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN PUBLIC POLICY SECTOR

01 JUNE
Mr. Rajesh Tamadapally, Policy Manager, JPAL, delivered a knowledge series session in a virtual mode for the
MGNF fellows on the topic “Research and Development opportunities in Public Policy Sector”. He provided
valuable insights and information about Research and Development opportunities in Public Policy Sector.

He provided valuable insights and comprehensive information regarding the myriad research and development
opportunities available in this field. The session likely covered various aspects, including the significance
of research in shaping effective policies, the methodologies employed in policy-related research, and the
avenues for development in this sector. Through his expertise and real-world examples, Mr. Tamadapally
offered the fellows a deeper understanding of how research and development play a pivotal role in

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