Six Students join The Empowering Project!

Six students from the University of Delhi have joined the project. They were selected from a group of students who attended a workshop at the Faculty of Management Studies. The workshop was titled (as the project) Developing Empowering Methodologies in Management Research and we discussed ideas about Empowering Methodologies and how to put them into practice. After the workshop we invited interested students to submit an application to participate in the project with a Case Study. After a few weeks and much deliberation Professor Bell and Professor Sengupta selected six of the applications which were in line with the objectives of the Project and which have excellent potential for implementation in the coming months.

Here you have brief paragraphs about each student, so you know who we are working with. Of course I will post more information about the actual Case Studies as the project progresses. Here, in alphabetical order:

Avilasa Sengupta: I am currently pursuing Masters in Psychology from University of Delhi, India and aspire to have a career in counselling and therapy. I am particularly interested in gender sensitive research through qualitative methods. Being raised in a matriarchal setting by a strong single mother, I have grown to cherish and value womanhood in all respects. I believe that bonds between women have a unique nurturing and dynamic power and by sharing experiences and with collaborative efforts we together can create a better future. In my spare time I enjoy listening to soulful music and indulging in nature walks. I also like to read novels and articles that are thought provoking and that offer different lenses to view the world.


Guangpuanang Kahmei: originally from Tamenglong, Manipur (North Eastern States of India) but living in Delhi since 2012. I graduated from Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), under the University of Delhi in Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), and later received a master of Commerce (Finance) from Department of Commerce and Business, Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi. I also briefly work with the department of commerce, Zakir Hussain Delhi College (Morning), University of Delhi before I joined Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) as a PhD student. Currently, I’m pursuing a PhD in Organizational Behaviour and my research interest is “Learning organization; study in the context of Indian culture”. Apart from a secular study, I have a deep interest in religious study and theology, especially bible and active member of North Delhi EGF (Evangelical Graduate Fellowship), under UESI (Union of Evangelical Students of India).


Nikhil Kumar: I am a post-graduate student at the Department of Psychology, University of Delhi. Currently I am associated with a Market Research Firm, as a Research Executive. My work here mostly involves the incorporation of the ideas and methods and applications of the skills I have learnt during my academic journey, as a Qualitative Researcher.

My keen interest is in studying diverse cultures across the world, mostly the cultures that are endangered or are diminishing at a rapid rate or are lost within the purlieus of their bounded territories. I also have a keen interest in studying how religion and spirituality unveils in different parts of the world. I also have developed an interest in studying the organizational cultures and its impact behind their success.

I love reading, and I find a keen interest in reading about the Hindu Mythology and Different Scriptural Texts from ancient Indian History. I have been an active member of dance and drama clubs at various levels. I also see myself as a budding writer, as it helps me to express myself freely without any hesitation. Another way I see of expression of experiences, be it good or bad, associated with me or with others, is sketching and Painting. I have worked with few NGOs in Delhi which aim to teach kids and aid them with the skills of arts and crafts.


Rohit Shah: I am pursuing a PhD at the Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi and simultaneously teaching as Assistant Professor at Shyam Lal College, University of Delhi. I have done my Masters in Commerce from Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi and Graduation in Commerce from Hansraj College, University of Delhi. I have written research articles in the field of Marketing, Ethics, Taxation, and much more. My main research interests include Global Climate Change and Eco-system Management- Culture, Traditions and Nature.

Sanatan Tiwari: Researcher by nature, teacher by profession. I love to learn from all possibilities. I am currently pursuing PhD from FMS Delhi University, and have been working as an assistant professor in Delhi University for the last 6 years. I have published a couple of books in Economics domain, one of which is recommended by Delhi school of economics, economics department as suggested reading book.


Sumeet Anand: I am a dynamic marketing strategy, consumer insights and brand communications professional with an eclectic mix of work experience across industry and academia. Post MBA, 5 years of industry experience in market research, consumer insights and brand management with top MNCs. Pursuing a PhD in Marketing Semiotics from FMS, University of Delhi. UGC NET qualified in ‘Management’ subject and 1.5 years’ experience of teaching UG/PG courses as visiting faculty at leading private universities in Delhi NCR. Research interests include meaning deconstruction using qualitative methods and applied semiotics, cognition based behavioural and consumption psychology, marketing strategy and brand communication. I am extremely passionate about music, Indian classical music in particular.

Congratulations and we are looking forward to working with you!