Legacy of a Scholar: Commemorating Cheistha Kochhar

The family of Cheistha Kochhar, a 33-year-old Indian PhD student, marks her birth anniversary with commemorative events after she was tragically killed in a road collision in London. Various scholarships and awards have been established in her memory. Her impact at LSE and elsewhere continues to inspire.

The family and friends of Cheistha Kochhar, an Indian PhD student tragically killed in a road collision in London, gathered to commemorate her birth anniversary with a series of events.

Cheistha Kochhar, 33, a former NITI Aayog employee, was pursuing her Master of Research at LSE when she died on March 19. Her family seeks justice as investigations continue.

In her memory, numerous scholarships and awards have been established across institutions such as the University of Chicago and Ashoka University. The LSE has also announced the Cheistha Kochhar Master of Research Prize to honor her legacy. Her contributions continue to inspire future generations.