Nitish Bhardwaj is a Communication and Outreach Associate in the Human Development and Data Innovation vertical at NCAER. He is responsible for managing communication strategy, design, outreach planning, and Internet communications, as well as creating various research outputs to ensure the visibility of the project-related  work. As a dedicated communications professional, he works at the intersection of media and global development.

Prior to joining NCAER, he was Regional Manager, Communications, at Mamta Health Institute for Mother and Child. He has also previously worked with various not-for-profits, including the Centre for Communication and Change – India (CCCI), a sister organisation of Johns Hopkins University; the Directorate of Film Festivals, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting; and the Resource Group for Education and Advocacy for Community Health (REACH).

He was honoured with the Photography Residency by the Takshila Educational Society, recognising his ability to capture human stories with artistic depth. His work also gained international acclaim when he won the United Nations iDiaspora Global Photography Competition, showcasing narratives of identity, resilience, and community through a powerful visual lens.

Nitish has an M.A. in New Media Communication from the Central University of Himachal Pradesh, and B.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from Galgotias University. He has also undertaken a Film Appreciation course from the Film and Television Institute of India, as well as a short course on Sound Designing and Capturing Techniques from the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute.