Research & Thought Leadership
Awareness of Breast Cancer Among Underprivileged Women in Delhi
Abstract: A field-based study conducted in the Pandara Road slum areas of New Delhi to assess knowledge gaps, stigma, and access barriers related to breast cancer detection. The findings informed low-cost awareness models for community-level interventions.
The Journal of Communication and Management (JCOMA) is an international, peer-reviewed open-access journal publishing original research at the intersection of communication, media, and management, and emphasizes the role of communication in organisational performance and social change. With a clear focus on advancing theory and practice, JCOMA offers scholars and practitioners a high-quality platform for rigorous empirical studies, critical conceptual work, and insights into media and organisational transformations. Its open-access model and commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue support global reach and impact — making it a respected venue for research that bridges academic scholarship and real-world communication challenges.
I was honoured to receive the CREST Gold Award from the British Science Association, the UK’s flagship recognition for excellence in STEM research and innovation. The award celebrates independent, original research conducted by young innovators who apply scientific thinking to solve real-world challenges.
My project on breast cancer awareness among underprivileged women in Delhi’s slum communities was recognized for its social impact, research depth, and community engagement — reflecting my belief that science must serve both people and purpose.
Reels of Reality: How Instagram Influences Gender Perceptions Among Teens
Abstract
This study examines how Instagram content shapes gender identities and self-image among adolescents in India’s National Capital Region. Using a mixed-method approach combining surveys and content analysis, the paper highlights how online media reinforces — and sometimes challenges — gender stereotypes.
Presented At – 10th World Conference on Media and Mass Communication (Bangkok, 2025)
I had the privilege of presenting my research at MEDCOM 2025, the 10th World Conference on Media and Mass Communication, held in Bangkok, Thailand — one of the world’s leading academic forums bringing together scholars, researchers, and practitioners from over 40 countries.
Recognized as a globally reputed, peer-reviewed conference, MEDCOM is known for showcasing cutting-edge research in communication, media, and cultural studies.
I was the youngest participant and the only high school researcher to present at the conference, where my paper, “How Instagram Influences Gender Perceptions Among Teens of Today – A Case Study of the Indian Capital Region,” was awarded Session Best Presenter for its originality, analytical depth, and social relevance.
Catalysing Women’s Entrepreneurship in South Asia
Internship under United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) with focus on economic research on catalyzing women’s entrepreneurship within MSMEs
Contribution: Drafted policy insights on micro-financing, market inclusion, and gender-responsive business models.
Economic Status of Stage III Trauma Patients at AIIMS, Delhi
Internship under International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology with focus on The socioeconomic challenges faced by trauma patients and their families, with implications for healthcare policy and affordability
Contribution: Drafted policy insights on micro-financing, market inclusion, and gender-responsive business models.
