At the Centre, Nikhil started as a Research Associate for SPIRIT, and Project Manager for Atmiyata, before progressing to his current role. He holds a Master’s in Public Health with a special focus on Social Epidemiology from Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai (TISS). Before TISS, he completed his Bachelors in Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery followed by a short tenure of work with the health system at various positions. He simultaneously pursued a Diploma in Family Education and HIV – AIDS (DAFE) during his years as an undergraduate. 

Professional interests: Health system research and implementation science, policy formulation, advocacy, health financing and economic evaluation