Anchal Khandelwal

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Research Manager, J-PAL South Asia

Anchal is a Research Manager in the Social Networks Lab. She specializes in applying quantitative methods to understand social behaviors and policy outcomes. With a Master’s in International and Development Economics from the University of San Francisco, Anchal has worked extensively on impact evaluations, experimental economics, and policy research.

Her experience spans roles at NewGlobe, The World Bank, and various academic institutions, where she has led data-driven research on education, behavioral interventions, and economic development. She has co-authored papers on climate law, and behavioral nudges, demonstrating her commitment to translating rigorous research into actionable policy insights.

Anchal’s work is grounded in mixed-methods analysis to uncover meaningful patterns in large datasets. Passionate about fostering data-driven decision-making, she continues to explore innovative ways to measure and improve social and economic outcomes.