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Rishi Sonwal

Healthcare Communications | Public Affairs | Government Relations

I am a communications professional with over 18 years of experience spanning journalism, strategic communications, public affairs, policy communication and institutional engagement.

Professional Highlights

  • 18+ Years Professional Experience
  • Former Communications Professional – CCRAS, Ministry of Ayush, Government of India
  • Former Deputy Editor – Jagran New Media
  • Nodal Officer (Media) – WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre Conclave
  • Strategic Partnerships with Govt departments and PSUs (Government of India)
  • Strategic Partnership with HFZA, Government of UAE
  • Handled Tendering both from Government and Client Sides
  • D.Pharma | UGC NET - Journalism and Mass Communication | IIM-B (Health Communication)

My professional journey began in business journalism in 2007, where I covered MSMEs, StartUps, industry and economic developments. Covered various Ministries (Health and Family Welfare, AYUSH, MSMEs, Finance, Commerce and Industry, Skill Development, Heavy Industries, Corporate Affairs, Defence, New and Renewable Energy, External Affairs, Telecom, Science and Technology, Chemicals and Fertilizers, Food Processing, etc), Central Government departments and PSUs with policies (PMO, DGFT, DGS&D, RDSO, Defence Offset, NSIC, SIDBI, CGTMSE, QCI, PCRA, CRISIL, SMERA, etc) 

I later spent over a decade with Dainik Jagran Group (Jagran New Media), reporting on education policy, higher education, skill development, epmployment and government reforms. During this period, I closely tracked policy decisions, regulatory changes and institutional developments, helping simplify complex issues for diverse audiences.

My interest in healthcare grew through academic upskilling and professional experience. I completed D.Pharma to gain a stronger understanding of the healthcare ecosystem and later worked with the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India where I contributed to institutional communications, publications, media outreach, MoUs, Partnerships, Procurements (GeM Tendering) and stakeholder engagement. I also served as the Nodal Officer – Media for the WHO Global Traditional Medicine Centre Conclave, gaining valuable exposure to national and international healthcare communication.

Today, my work focuses on helping healthcare organizations communicate more effectively with patients, policymakers, industry stakeholders and the wider public. My areas of interest include healthcare policy, public affairs, hospital reputation, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, digital health, medical education and AYUSH.

Through this Blog, I share evidence-based insights, policy analysis and perspectives on emerging developments shaping India's healthcare ecosystem. My objective is to contribute to informed dialogue while supporting organizations through strategic communication, stakeholder engagement and knowledge dissemination.

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma)
  • M.A. (Journalism & Mass Communication)
  • UGC-NET (Journalism & Mass Communication)
  • IIM-B (Health Communication)

Areas of Expertise

  • Healthcare Communications
  • Public Affairs & Government Relations
  • Strategic Communications
  • Healthcare Policy
  • Hospital Reputation
  • Medical & Healthcare Content
  • Policy & Research Communication
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Thought Leadership

Let's Connect

I welcome opportunities to collaborate with hospitals, healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, medical device firms, health-tech companies, industry associations, academic institutions and public sector organizations.

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishi-sonwal/

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Whether you're looking for strategic communication support, public affairs expertise, institutional partnerships or leadership opportunities, I would be pleased to connect.

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