About RDAI
Nepal's Premier Research & Analytics Think Tank
The Research and Development Analytics Institute (RDAI) is a Nepal-based think-tank committed to advancing data-driven, inclusive, and evidence-based development. RDAI operates at the intersection of research, policy, and advocacy generating actionable insights and translating them into impactful programs.
RDAI brings together researchers, policy professionals, data analysts, development practitioners, youth leaders, and sector experts to study Nepal’s key challenges and design solutions that are practical, measurable, and scalable.
Our core focus is simple: connect research with real-world impact.
What We Do
Our Core Services & Programs
Conduct Research
Design Lessons & Curricula
Conduct Workshops
Analysis & Data Science
Survey & Data Collection
Our Vision
Building an Inclusive, Data-Driven, and Resilient Nepal
RDAI envisions a Nepal where public policies, development systems, and institutional decisions are guided by evidence, innovation, inclusion, and accountability. We aspire to become a leading research and policy think tank that strengthens democratic governance, advances socio-economic transformation, and promotes sustainable and resilient development across local, national, and global contexts.
- Advance data-driven and evidence-based development
- Promote digital governance and technology-enabled public services
- Support resilient communities through research and innovation
Our Mission
Turning Research, Data, and Evidence Into Development Action
RDAI’s mission is to advance inclusive and sustainable development in Nepal by producing rigorous research, policy analysis, and actionable insights that support evidence-based decision-making across government institutions, development organizations, academic communities, and civil society.
- Conduct rigorous, policy-relevant, and evidence-based research
- Generate actionable insights for informed decision-making
- Encourage collaborative development approaches across sectors
- Support sustainable and resilient development practices in Nepal
Creative Experienced Team
Team Members
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Arjun Thapa
Arjun Thapa is a development professional and researcher specializing in public policy...
Sammit Jung Khadka
Sammit Jung Khadka is a policy researcher with five years of experience ..
Samir Sodari
Samir Sodari is a researcher with over five years of experience in policy and...
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Transform data into evidence-based decisions with Research and Development Analytics Institute (RDAI). We partner with governments, development organizations, NGOs, academic institutions, and the private sector to deliver impactful research, policy analysis, monitoring & evaluation, and data-driven solutions.
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