Aswini Kumar Nanda

Aswini Kumar Nanda is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Population Research Centre (PRC) at the Centre for Research in Rural and Industrial Development (CRRID) in Chandigarh, India. His work focuses on population dynamics in northern Indian states, particularly examining fertility, mortality, migration, and family planning policies in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh.

His research encompasses thematic areas such as sex ratio imbalances, health access in rural regions, and socio-economic determinants of health outcomes. Notable contributions include state reports for the National Family Health Survey (NFHS), chapters in regional development reports, and analyses of community healthcare systems. He has also investigated gender-related issues like prenatal sex determination practices and cultural norms influencing family size.

Publications include evaluations of sterilization programs, studies on natural resource usage in households, and analyses of urbanization trends in West Bengal. His work bridges demographic analysis with policy recommendations, emphasizing evidence-based approaches to address developmental challenges in India.

His research collaborations include institutions like the International Institute of Population Sciences (IIPS) and the Planning Commission of India. Though no formal awards are listed, his extensive publications highlight sustained academic engagement in population studies.