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About CIPR

People. Policy.
Research. Technology. Impact.

Centre for Indian Politics and Research (CIPR) is a research, strategy and advisory organisation working to strengthen democratic understanding through evidence-based political intelligence, innovative research and technology-enabled solutions.

Our introduction

Where democratic vision meets technological innovation.

CIPR works at the intersection of politics, governance, society and technology. Our multidisciplinary approach brings together research, on-ground insights, data analysis and strategic communication to help political leaders, governments, institutions and organisations make informed, ethical and practical decisions.

We seek to make analytical tools and research insights useful across India's diverse linguistic, cultural and institutional contexts, while recognising the importance of transparency, responsible data use and human judgment.

Evidence-led researchEthical innovationInclusive accessibilityTransparent accountability
“Technology should amplify democratic participation—not replace human judgment.”

Our approach places people, democratic values and responsible use of evidence at the centre of innovation.

CIPR philosophy
Our leadership

Three partners. A shared commitment.

Leadership profiles are based on the information supplied by CIPR. Professional details and affiliations should be confirmed by the organisation before publication.

Mr. Gopi Krishna Sahay

Mr. Gopi Krishna Sahay

Founder & Director

A media and political communications professional with experience in government affairs, political communication and media.

Professional profile

The supplied brochure describes his experience across media and political communications, education in commerce and journalism/mass communication, and involvement in election communications and media management. Please verify listed education, affiliations and dates before publishing.

Mr. Sapan Gupta

Mr. Sapan Gupta

Founder & Director

Works across political intelligence, governance advisory, election analytics, AI-enabled research and strategic communication.

Professional profile

The supplied brochure describes work spanning political intelligence frameworks, election analytics, governance research systems, civic-technology tools, ethical AI deployment and policy research.

Mr. Parth Shrivastava

Mr. Parth Shrivastava

Founder & Director

A political aide and governance professional combining technology, public policy and political strategy.

Professional profile

The supplied brochure describes a B.Tech and a Master's in Political Leadership and Governance, with experience across several Indian states and focus areas including stakeholder management, public messaging, constituency engagement and programme execution. Verify credentials before publication.

Our core values

Principles that guide our work.

Satyam

Truth in analysis; transparency in process.

Pragya

Balancing technology with timeless political wisdom.

Sarva-jan Hitaya

Technology and policy that serve democratic participation.

Bharat-Bodha

Understanding India's diverse democratic landscape.

Vidya-Shakti

Knowledge sharing for democratic strengthening.

Accountability

Human-centred, inclusive and transparent innovation.