Aashana Baldi

Undergraduate Data Science & AI student combining technical coursework with hands-on research: Aashana is enrolled in the Plaksha University cohort (class of 2028) and listed as pursuing a BS in Data Science & AI associated with IIT Madras. She has co-authored AI-focused work on herbal drug authentication and image-based herbal identification, showing early research experience applying machine learning to interdisciplinary problems. linkedin+2

Student leader and founder: She founded and serves as President of ESCAPE, Plaksha's travel and adventure club, and holds campus-ambassador and fellowship roles (DS Brar Center for GWiST, Global Governance Initiative), indicating strengths in student leadership, community-building, and cross‑disciplinary initiative management. linkedin+1

Active in teaching and social impact: Aashana has served as a Teaching Assistant for Plaksha's Young Technology Scholars program and interned on Project SEVA with Pledge A Smile, reflecting early experience in mentoring and grassroots social-impact work. linkedin

Engaged in campus culture and sport: participation in Plaksha's One-O-One dance club and the Plaksha Super Giants cricket team highlights a balanced profile that blends technical study with cultural and athletic pursuits. linkedin+1