Mrinalini Kabbur

Mrinalini Kabbur is a data science and public policy specialist with around 15 years of experience spanning software engineering, data analytics, and evidence-based policy research. Their work focuses on applying data science and statistical methods to human development sectors including health, nutrition, education, livelihoods, and governance. They have extensive experience integrating survey and administrative data to support public policy, programme evaluation, and decision-making. They have also led capacity-building initiatives for government officials and social sector professionals on data analytics, visualization, and evidence-informed governance.

Previous Positions:
Senior Consultant (Data Science), Public Affairs Centre (PAC) (2018–2024)
Java Programmer/Analyst, Accenture (2007–2014)
Intern, Intel Corporation (2006–2007)
IT Assistant, Department of Toxic Substances Control, California (2005–2006)
Faculty, Satya Sai Institute of Computer Science (2003–2005)

Educational Qualification:
M.S. in Computer Science, California State University, Sacramento Master of Computer Applications (MCA), SNDT Women's University
B.A. in Statistics, Economics and Political Science, Karnatak University

Publications:
Gollerkeri, G., Sivaraman, A., Pandey, S., Kabbur, M., & Venkatesh, A. (2020). Public Affairs Index 2020: Governance in the States of India. Bengaluru: Public Affairs Centre. ISBN: 978-81-943308-2-0
Ravichander, A., & Kabbur, M. (2024, September 22). Effective planning to use data for an outstanding output. Meghalaya Monitor
Kabbur, M. (2017). Deciphering India through data visualization: Indian education system. Towards Data Science (Medium)