Abhishek Roy Choudhury Email & Phone Number

Germany

Berlin, Germany

https://isdgermany.org/team/abhishek-roy-choudhury/

Berlin, Germany

Representing India, working with Institute for Strategic Dialogue as a Research Fellow on the project titled “Impacts of Policy Interventions in the Disinformation Landscape: A Cross-Border Exploration of the EU and India”- Conducting a comparative analysis of regulations and policy effectiveness between the EU and India in the Disinformation and FIMI Landscape, focusing on digital safety, fact-checking mechanisms, and the role of tech companiee- Analysing digital platforms’ responses to disinformation trends, evaluating the impact of AI-driven tools, and assessing regulatory challenges through case studies, surveys, and public engagement

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Involved as a Communication Specialist with the Paschim Banga Society for Skill Development (PBSSD), Department of Technical Education Training and Skill Development, Government of West Bengal, India. - Developed and executed a comprehensive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) strategy for PBSSD, achieving increase of 900% reach in awareness of skill development programs on digital platforms. Led 7 multimedia awareness campaigns (electronic, print, and OOH media), reaching an estimated 5 million individuals- Initiated a Pan-India Photography Competition, in partnerships with Nikon India and IG_Calcutta- Collaborated with 300+ educational institutions and community organisations to engage over 25,000 technical education candidates- Oversaw external communication agency outputs, implemented a system to measure communication effectiveness- Received LOR from the Project Director, PBSSD, Government of West Bengal

Delhi, India

Involved as a researcher to monitor and analyse nationwide governance campaigns, articulating data into actionable insights for targeted messaging and outreach- Liaised with government officials, and multinational corporations to develop and execute strategic communication plans for inter- and intra-departmental initiatives- Generated comprehensive MIS reports to track campaign progress, delivering tailored insights for diverse stakeholder groups. Conducted field surveys to evaluate ministerial projects, producing in-depth output analysis reports to create informed communication strategies

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Served as a campaign consultant spearheading electoral strategy across 3 states in India (Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana)- Staffed as part of the Digital Communication and the Field Campaign team, focusing on the development and execution of 360 degree electoral campaigns for state-level political outreach- Conceptualised digital content strategies- Oversaw a team of 20+ field resources as a Zonal Manager, ensuring smooth coordination and effective implementation of the communication campaigns in alignment with the political objectives of the clients

India

Organised a team of 10 freelancers from top-tier Indian universities, developing tailored communication strategies for:- Department of Panchayats & Rural Development, Government of West Bengal- Department of Youth Services and Sports, Government of West Bengal- Various Political and Administrative Stakeholders, including mayors and Members of Legislative Assembly- We Bong (an e-commerce startup)

Punjab, India

Served as a Campaign Consultant spearheading electoral strategy across in Punjab, India- Staffed as part of the Field Campaign team, to oversee a team of 8 field resources as a Zonal Associate, ensuring smooth coordination and effective implementation of the communication campaigns in alignment with the political objectives of the clients

West Bengal, India

Selected as a Data Analyst, advanced to Field Campaign Associate- Contributed to the main campaign for the client by coordinating with a team of 50 executives, addressing high-priority grievances, and liaising with government stakeholders to resolve issues- Conducted secondary research across 2 states (Tripura and Goa) analysing client’s winnability- Supported candidate recommendations, developing engagement strategies and organising star campaigners’ event for the client in 6 districts of West Bengal

Kolkata, West Bengal

Kolkata Area, India

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Focused on brand promotion and supporting new product development for the launch of Saffola Fitify and Coco-Soul, a coconut-based product range.

Kolkata Area, India

Conducted a research project on B2B clients' consumer buying behavior

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, History

Activities and Societies: Organised numerous seminars and Public Meeting. Worked with JU photography Club and Debate Club. Active.

Post Graduate Diploma In Management (Pgdm), Marketing/Marketing Management, General, First Class