Saugata is a career central banker, currently serving as a General Manager at the Reserve Bank of India. With professional certifications and core competencies spanning corporate finance, forex market operations, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and behavioural neuroscience research, his analytical rigour deeply informs the intricate geopolitical manoeuvring in his writing. A passionate researcher of modern Indian history and the suppressed narratives of the freedom struggle, Saugata excels at blending historical fact with high-stakes fiction. When he is not decoding the past or writing gripping historical thrillers, he enjoys exploring global cuisines and travelling to locations rich in architectural heritage.