About Nation First Policy Research & Change Foundation

About NFPRC Foundation

The Nation First Policy Research and Change Foundation (NFPRC Foundation) is a Delhi-based public policy institution dedicated to strengthening India’s governance architecture through evidence-based research, legislative support, and strategic policy design.

Operating at the intersection of academic rigour and practical implementation, the NFPRC Foundation delivers both long-term research for structural policy planning and rapid-turnaround analysis for immediate legislative and administrative needs. Its work is designed to bridge the gap between policy conception and on-ground execution, ensuring that ideas translate into measurable governance outcomes.

The Core Direction

By bridging the gap between policy conception and on-ground execution, NFPRC is committed to strengthen governance systems in the long run through research, policy insight, and institutional capacity building.

Vision

To contribute to the emergence of a high-capacity Indian state driven by strong institutions, coherent policy design, and strategic clarity in governance.

Mission

To deliver rigorous, evidence-based research and actionable policy frameworks that enhance legislative effectiveness, strengthen institutional capacity, and support informed decision-making across all levels of government.

Our Philosophy

“Policy must work in the real world”. This is the singular institutional philosophy of the NFPRC Foundation. This requires moving beyond theoretical analysis to engage with the structural and administrative realities that shape implementation.

The Foundation adopts a long-term view of national development, focusing on building durable systems rather than short-term interventions. It places equal emphasis on analytical depth and practical applicability, ensuring that policy recommendations are not only intellectually sound but also operationally viable within India’s governance context.

Research Principles

Our research is anchored in methodological clarity and institutional discipline, standing strong on four key pillars.

Evidence-driven Research

This approach is led by data, field insights, and comparative analysis to ensure analytical rigour.

Implementation-Centric

Recommendations are designed to be aligned with administrative processes and state capacity.

Multidisciplinary Approach

Integrating perspectives from economics, law, governance, and political systems for better understanding.

Clarity & Usability Focused

These central outputs directly support policymakers, legislators, and institutional stakeholders.

Institutional Footprints

From governance-centric contributions to social impact, The NFPRC Foundation has a wide-ranging footprint.

Legislative Support

Research-centric support for MPs, committees and other legislative bodies.

Policy Research

Long-term as well as rapid turnaround research for various governance purposes.

Institutional Engagement

Facilitating and nurturing dialogues with experts and various public institutions.

Law & Governance

In-depth analysis of legal, institutional and regulatory reforms for understanding impact.

Board of Directors

The NPFRC Foundation is led by skilled and passionate professionals who always put nation-first and are keen to contribute to nation-building.

Shri. Tarun Chugh

Chairperson

Dr. Abhinav Prakash

Board Member

Shri. Ananth Krishna

Research Director

Dr. Sahil Deo

Board Member

Smt. Manasa Mohana

Board Member