Our work under Project RajPusht has been recognised for its significant contributions to maternal and child nutrition and health. Recently, the state government launched the CASHPlus Report Card, highlighting the key outcomes of the RajPusht initiative. Esteemed dignitaries attended the event, underscoring the program’s impact on improving health indicators in the region.
The program implemented under the leadership of the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Rajasthan, in 5 tribal districts of Rajasthan aimed to reduce the prevalence of low birthweight and waste at a faster pace.
M.K. Padma Kumar is involved in developing strategies and managing operations for the IPE Global Group.
He has over 25 years of experience in the development sector, working in civil society organisations and international development agencies like DANIDA and DFID. As the Head of State Partnerships at the DFID India, he was responsible for developing partnerships, programme design, management and strategic oversight of all programmes implemented in Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha. He has managed various development programmes. His expertise lies in driving operational, financial and programmatic transformations. Before DFID, he was associated with Danish International Development Agency (DANIDA), Help Age and World Wildlife Fund.
He holds a Master’s degree in Business Management with specialisation in Human Resource Management and Finance. He is extensively trained in Project Cycle Management, Grant Management, Performance Management, Leadership Skills and Change Management.
