Venu Gopal Mothkoor

Venu Gopal Mothkoor is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in development economics, policy evaluation, and research. Currently serving as a Senior Specialist/Director at NITI Aayog, Venu Gopal leads an energy modeling team focusing on pathways to net-zero emissions by 2070 and developing the India Energy Security Scenario. Prior roles include Director at the Development Monitoring & Evaluation Office of NITI Aayog, where Venu Gopal spearheaded various evaluation studies and policy analyses. Additional research engagements encompass work with organizations like FAO, ICRISAT, and NESTA, along with providing insights on community forest rights and urban health strategies. Venu Gopal's educational background includes multiple advanced degrees in public administration, public policy, urban planning, and cyber law from prestigious institutions such as The London School of Economics and NALSAR University.