Rishikesh Yadav is a researcher affiliated with Lokniti, a research programme of the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS) in Delhi. His work primarily focuses on electoral politics and voter behaviour in India. He has contributed to various studies and surveys conducted by Lokniti-CSDS, including analyses of election strategies and outcomes. For instance, he co-authored an article examining the factors behind the Congress party's success in Telangana, highlighting the effective blend of online and on-ground voter outreach strategies. Additionally, he was part of the team that coordinated and analysed data for a health survey conducted across multiple Indian states, demonstrating his involvement in diverse research areas within the social sciences.