Niharika is a social scientist with a research background spanning health, gender, and the political economy of development. Her investigations have explored the governance of digital health, the implications of the pandemic on sexual and reproductive health, and initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills, livelihoods, and financial inclusion of underprivileged women. She has also examined the impact of women's role in various governance structures on welfare outcomes for different population segments. Niharika has extensive experience in monitoring and evaluating large-scale projects.