Lay Naik
Masters in Defence and Strategic Studies | Consultant | Researcher | Mechanical Engineer | Mountaineer
- Role
- Associate at Pravi
- Location
- Gandhinagar, GJ, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Lay Naik
Mechanical Engineer and Defence & Strategic Studies postgraduate currently working as an Associate at Pravi Research, a governance and policy consulting firm. My work involves supporting projects across government departments and the social sector, contributing to policy research, strategic analysis, stakeholder coordination and implementation support.I have also gained exposure to the defence manufacturing ecosystem through internships with Tata Advanced Systems Ltd.(C295 program) and L&T Defence (Tanks & Air Defence Guns), working around aircraft manufacturing processes, configuration management, and defence systems integration.Earlier, I spent over three years as a Senior Trek Leader in the Indian Himalayas, leading teams in high-altitude environments, an experience that shaped my leadership, decision-making under pressure, and operational resilience.What drives me is the opportunity to work at the intersection of governance, strategy, technology and national security, and I am always keen to engage in meaningful work and collaborations in these areas. Always open to conversations, collaborations, and learning opportunities.
Experience
Associate
Feb 2026 — Present · Gandhinagar, IN
Education
Rashtriya Raksha University, India
Master of Arts - MA, Defence and Strategic Study
Gujarat Technological University
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering
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