Aparna Roy

Aparna Roy is an Associate Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), where she leads initiatives related to climate change and energy at the Centre for New Economic Diplomacy (CNED). Her research primarily focuses on the politics of climate change resilience and environmental governance, particularly concerning sustainable development goals (SDGs) in the Global South. She aims to provide insights into the complexities of climate change impacts and the effectiveness of resilience-building strategies in various development sectors.124

In addition to her role at ORF, Aparna serves as a guest lecturer at Charité University, Berlin, where she teaches about the interactions between climate change and social determinants of health. She is also involved with the Department of Science and Technology in India, contributing to a consortium focused on air pollution policy and regulation.13

Aparna has a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Master's degrees in Sociology and International Development. She was a Commonwealth scholar at the University of Bristol, UK.14 Her work has been featured in various national and international media outlets, and she frequently participates in public debates on climate issues across platforms like BBC and India Today.12