Our Team

The Minds Behind the Research

CRGCL brings together legal scholars, cyber law researchers, and policy thinkers committed to advancing the governance of cyberspace in India and beyond.

The Centre for Research and Governance on Cyber Law is built on the conviction that rigorous legal scholarship is the foundation of sound cyber governance.

Our team comprises academicians, legal researchers, and policy analysts whose work spans cybersecurity law, data protection, space law, artificial intelligence regulation, and digital rights. Together, we produce research that is independent, evidence-based, and oriented towards the public interest.

Leadership

Ayush Kumar

Ayush Kumar

Founder,
Legal Researcher, Election Commission of India.

Over the last few years, he has explored the law not just in classrooms or courtrooms, but through hands-on research, content creation, and public-facing writing.

He is a legal professional with expertise in cybersecurity, data privacy, and financial regulatory compliance, dedicated to advancing ethical and accountable digital governance.

Advisory Board

Core Team

Aparna Chandra - CRGCL

Aparna Chandra

Research & Editorial Lead

Akshita Garg - CRGCL

Akshita Garg

Research Associate

Arnav Raj - CRGCL

Arnav Raj

Events & Outreach AND Technology Management

Arushi Meshram - CRGCL

Arushi Meshram

Social Media Associate

Bhatt Shaili Kaushik

Bhatt Shaili Kaushik

Research Associate

Diya Raj Gupta - CRGCL

Diya Raj Gupta

Research Associate

Harshita Mishra - CRGCL

Harshita Mishra

Research Associate

Hashim AK - CRGCL

Hashim AK

Research Associate

Lavanya Gupta - CRGCL

Lavanya Gupta

Events & Partnerships Lead

Pihoo Agrawal - CRGCL

Pihoo Agrawal

Research Associate

Rohit Sandeep Salve - CRGCL

Rohit Sandeep Salve

Events & Outreach Associate

Saman Mushtar - CRGCL

Saman Mushtar

Research Associate

Sneha Singh - CRGCL

Sneha Singh

Research Associate

Yashika Srivastava - CRGCL

Yashika Srivastava

Events Coordinator

GET IN TOUCH

Collaborate with us for Research and Policy Innovation

We welcome collaborations, research partnerships, and inquiries related to cyber law, governance, and digital policy. Whether you are an academic, policymaker, or institution, we’d be delighted to explore how CRGCL can work with you on impactful research and outreach initiatives.

Why Collaborate with CRGCL:
Reach Out to Our Research Team