Raghav Mehrotra

Raghav Mehrotra is a Development Executive at the Centre for Migration and Labour Solutions, which is part of Aajeevika Bureau, a nonprofit organization that works with seasonal migrant laborers in Rajasthan, Gujarat, and other parts of India.2 His work focuses on issues related to labor migration, development, and social impact.

Background and Education

Raghav studied History at Stanford University, with a focus on modern South Asia and the Middle East.1 During his time at Stanford, he engaged with the Center for South Asia (CSA) and worked on research projects with CSA-affiliated professors.1

Research and Expertise

Mehrotra has conducted significant research on migration and labor issues:

1. He completed a thesis titled "Removed, Remade, Remembered: The Concept of Home for Witnesses of India's Partition" while at Stanford, exploring the experiences of Sindhi migrants during the Partition of India.1

2. His work involves understanding contemporary mobility patterns in India and conducting ethnographic studies in areas with high rural-to-urban migration, particularly in south Rajasthan.1

Professional Experience

After his studies, Mehrotra gained experience in various roles related to migration and labor:

• He worked as a research and communications intern at the Centre for Migration and Labour Solutions (Aajeevika Bureau) in Udaipur.1
• Currently, he serves as a Development Executive at the same organization, focusing on issues faced by seasonal migrant laborers.2

Mehrotra's expertise lies in the intersection of labor, technology, and development. He has been involved in research and practice projects in these areas, contributing to the understanding of migrant workers' challenges and potential solutions.3