Arbind Singh

Executive Director

An activist and a social entrepreneur. Arbind Singh is an energetic, avid experimenter, eager to learn from Western development, and passionate in his belief that there must be a uniquely Indian path that achieves economic growth through the inclusion of India’s massive informal sector. He is a bridge between the poorest of the poor and Delhi’s cabinet ministers — the architects of India’s growth and development plans. He is an Ashoka Fellow (2007) and Schwab Social Entrepreneur of the Year, India (2008). He has been applauded for his ability to get things done in an area (Bihar) where few organizations have had an impact.

Sangeeta Singh

Head – Gender, Advocacy & Enterprise Development

Sangeeta Singh advocates the cause of informal workers along with the rights of Women and Children. she started the Bihar chapter of FORCES: Forum for crèche and child care services in 2002 and since then she has been working for informal women workers and children between 0-6 years advocating their causes at various forums.

Premjit Purushottam

Sr. Manager – Accounts & Compliance

Premjit Purushottam B.Com & C.A (Inter) having Vast experience in the versatile field of finance & accounting of more than 15 Years. Expertise in FCRA, Income Tax, GST & CSR Accounting & Reporting, Knowledge of Accounting Packages like Oracle Based Peoplesoft Accounting Software & also Knowledge of SAP & Tally. Experience of Internal Audit, Process Improvement, Grant Management, Budget Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Management & People Management.

Shyam Shankar Deepak

Sr. Program Manager

Shyam Shankar Deepak has completed his MBA from Uttar Pradesh technical university. He is responsible for coordinating
the program and field activities related to the Solid Waste Management and Sanitation program, He is associated with Nidan since 2002, He interacts with State, District, and Municipal officers and waste pickers. He is responsible for the innovation and sustainability of program and operations activities.

Vishal Anand

Program Manager

Vishal Anand has an overall experience of more than 15 years in managing he is working in Nidan since 2013, Vishal is responsible for managing different programmes and projects and projects operation across various social & rural themes – proven expertise in managing programmes for Corporate Social Responsibility, Urban-Rural development and Community development, Versatile Trainer and worked across 20 states of India.
He coordinates with communities, donor, District Administration, State Administration, Government departments and the Ministry for Rural and Urban areas programs for Linkages, Entitlements, Livelihood, Bio Gas – Gobardhan, Water and Sanitation, Water Security, Legal Aid and Rights, Education, Health, Financial Services, Advocacy, Social Security and other innovative programmes for the uplifted of informal sector workers, women and children.
He is responsible for Capacity Building, Leadership, FSSAI and other various training on different components.

Yashwant Singh

Account Manager

Yashwant Singh is our Account Manager managing financial activities since 2012 at NGOs, & Private Sectors; He handles reports of all kinds of accounts, Audits & Compliance of Nidan and its network.

Siya Mishra

Food Programme Coordinator

Ms. Siya Mishra has been working with NASVI for more than 7 years. She is a Street Food Program Coordinator and also a FoSTaC Trainer. She holds the responsibility of organizing food programs under NASVI Street Food Program. She manages the network of All India Street Food Vendors who are associated with us. She creates awareness among our Street Vendors about food licensing and the Food Act & regulations. Her role in the project Serve Safe Food as a FoSTaC Trainer in training street food vendors about food safety & hygiene practices has been significant.

Athira Rana

Outreach and Partnership Manager

Athira Rana holds the post of Outreach and Partnership Manager at NIDAN. She is responsible for managing and developing funds as well as curation of reports and projects for the organization. She is a postgraduate in Humanities from Delhi University, North Campus. Athira believes there is no limit to gathering knowledge and is currently pursuing her second Master’s degree in Social Work from Indira Gandhi National Open University in order to learn more about the social sector while working in it. Athira has proven experience in content curation and administration. She worked with ODEPC Ltd. (A Govt. of Kerala Undertaking under the Labour Ministry) as the Centre Admin at its Delhi Branch for more than two and a half years. There, she was working closely with the Head office in the implementation of programs and training along with liaison with foreign immigration departments.

Baby Kumari

Field Mobilizer

Baby is responsible for door-to-door collection, opening new accounts, making SHG, loan disbursement and Entitlement.

Pankaj Srivastava

Project Manager, Work4Progress (W4P)

With over two decades of experience in the rural development sector, Pankaj leads the Work4Progress initiative at NIDAN in Gorakhpur, fostering entrepreneurship and inclusive growth. The project focuses on building local ecosystems that enable dignified livelihoods and sustainable community enterprises.

Prabhunath Vishwakarma

District Coordinator, Work4Progress (W4P)

With over four years of experience in the rural development sector, Prabhu works for community mobilization and entrepreneurship development, institution building and capacity building under the project Work4Progress initiative at NIDAN in Gorakhpur.

Aruna Singh

Master’s degree in Sociology

My name is Aruna Singh, and I hold a Master’s degree in Sociology. I am a resident of Piprouli, District Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. I am currently working as a Project Coordinator with the NASVI project, where my primary responsibility is to coordinate with women’s groups, guide them toward becoming independent entrepreneurs, and inform them about various government schemes and programs that support their development. My hobby and passion is social work, and I am deeply committed to empowering women and improving community livelihoods through awareness, skill development, and self-reliance initiatives.

Ajit Kumar

Program Coordinator

Ajit heads Nidan’s operations in Jamshedpur. He leads a team dedicated to improving the lives of informal workers and their children in various pockets of Jamshedpur. Universalisation of education, entitlements and gainful employment is the motto of Nidan intervention in Jamshedpur.

Dileep Kumar

Accountant

Dileep Kumar handles the accounts of Sanchay Co-op.

Sudhanshu Chandra Sinha

B.Sc, MBA

Having overall 16 years managerial experience in different working field of ITC CSR project implementation & achievement, skill development and manufacturing.
At present working since 2023 as Program Coordinator with response for coordinate program and implementation, make a bridge relation among partners, livelihood through community development.

Md Sahjad

Designer

Md Sahjad is responsible for developing new designs from discarded clothes and preparing them accordingly.

Guriya Devi

Community Facilitator

Guriya Devi is one of the community facilitators of Nidan in Patna, Bihar.

Kiran Srivastava

Community Facilitator

Kiran Srivastava is working as a community facilitator to support people to access their local and wider communities, Liaise with social workers and other relevant professionals. She also supports people to develop their own program of activities.

Usha Devi

Community Facilitator

Usha Devi is working in Nidan for the last 15 years with good communication and as a good supporting staff with the team.

Veena Devi

Community Facilitator

As a community facilitator, Veena Devi works with specific populations to develop goals and strategies to increase opportunities.

Rajni Devi

Field Mobilizer

Rajni is responsible for door-to-door collection, the opening of new accounts, making SHG, loan disbursement and Entitlement.

Aparna Devi

Field Mobilizer

Aparna is responsible for door-to-door collection, the opening of new accounts, making SHG, loan disbursement and Entitlement.

Rakhi Sahu

Field Mobilizer

Rakhi is responsible for door-to-door collection, the opening of new accounts in sanchay, making SHG, loan disbursement and Entitlement.

Rekha

Field Mobilizer

Rekha is responsible for door-to-door collection, the opening of new accounts, making SHG, loan disbursement and Entitlement.

Swapnil Deore

I am Swapnil Deore. I have completed my graduation’s in BA DTeD, MSW. I have experience more than 5 years in NGO sectors, which are LUPIN foundation, Adarsh Gramin vikas seva bhavi sanstha.I am working with our NIDAN organization in rural development project from 23th July 2025 as a program coordinator. I am handling following component. HG Green drive,Community development,Holistic rural development, HG vision.

Bhatu Ashok Upade

I’m Bhatu Ashok Upade and I have completed my education in (Social Work) BSW And Masters In MSW. A social worker is a trained professional who helps individuals, families, and communities overcome challenges to improve their overall well-being. And I also have experience in (de-addiction recovery centers). Counselling the mentally Health is also a part of social work. And my work experience is also in the position of MANAGER at a (Bio medical waste company) And I have been currently working in the Nidan organization as a(Project Coordinator). A supports the project Managers and teams by handling administrative and organizational tasks to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Handling the Main Roll HG AAORGYASHALA, HG PATHSHALA, HG BALSHALA, HG KAUSHALSHALA, HG VISION ,HG PROGRAM BASELINE

Rohini Arun Thakre

I am Rohini Arun Thakre. My education is D.El.Ed. Diploma in Elementary Education. I am currently working as a kindergarten teacher in Nidan NGO. I have two years of experience. I instill a love of learning in children. I use different types of songs and games to increase the enthusiasm of children in learning.

Gaurav Mangesh Naik

My name is Gaurav Mangesh Naik, I have completed MSW and BSW. And while I am working as a Livelihood Supervisor in Nidan Sanstha since 11th August 2025, I seek the necessary help to needy/poor (e.g. shopkeeper, vegetable shopkeeper, potter, barber, widow or poor family etc.) businessmen to grow their business. Also to enable them to increase production and improve their standard of living.

Alka Bhatu Thorat

I have 4 years of experience and have been taking classes for young children since 2022. I create a love of learning in children and teach them to study through different games. I feel a special joy while teaching them.

Savita Ashok Mahale

My name is Savita Ashok Mahale, and I have been associated with Nidan Sanstha since 11th October 2025. I am currently working as a Field Executive, focusing on women’s empowerment through self-help groups. Nidan Sanstha identifies underdeveloped groups within these communities and undertakes various initiatives, such as providing them with vocational training and skill development opportunities.

Sahil Vilas Tupe

I’m Sahil Vilas Tupe, BSc.Agriculture (Hons.) An Agricultural Expert with expertise in soil testing and breeders seed production. Currently working as Agricultural Development Supervisor with Nidan NGO, I empower farmers to enhance production and improve livelihoods. With experience in youth empowerment, I also coordinate youth camps to foster leadership and skills development.

Nitin Parmeshwar Patil

“I’m Nitin Parmeshwar Patil, Veterinary Supervisor with Nidan NGO. With 4 years of experience in Govt. Veterinary Dept, Dhule, and training in Artificial Insemination, I organize veterinary camps and provide door-to-door health check-ups for cattle, improving animal health and livelihoods.”

Rakesh Chandrasing Malich

I’m Rakesh Chandrasing Malich,B.Sc Horticulture,is branch of Agriculture.I have one year experience in floriculture plantation And I also 8 month experience in Aries agro pvt Ltd.l am currently working in nidan NGO, as per nursery and plantation coordinated.we want to develope poor and small farmers.

Komal Prashant Sonar

My name is Komal Prashant Sonar. I have completed my M.S.W. (Master of Social Work). Earlier, I worked at Damini Counseling, which was a good job. At present, I am working as a Field Supervisor at Nidan Foundation. I am responsible for five schools. My duties include providing support to absentee students, motivating low-performing students to attend school regularly, and organizing events in the schools.

Dakshraj Kumar

Field Coordinator

Dakshraj Kumar B.Sc (B.R. Ambedkar University) having experience in the field of rural development. Expertise of agriculture, street vendor and, SHGs and Livelihood activity.

Dakshraj Kumar

Krishana Kumar Mukhiya

Krishana Kumar Mukhiya B.Com (L.N Mithila University) having experience in the field of fishing, makhana production and election surveyor.

Mukesh Kumar

Field Coordinator

Mukesh Kumar Matric (B.S.E.B Patna) having experience in the field of solid waste management, street vendor, SHGs and Livelihood activity.

Prabhash Kumar Jha

Project Coordinator

Prabhash Kumar Jha, M.A (Maghadh University) having vast experience in the field of rural development and organization sector. Expertise of micro-planning, PRA Tools, SHGs, Livelihood activity, Child rights, Child participation, construction and disaster Activity.

Md Zulfequar Ahmad

Project Coordinator

Md Zulfequar Ahmad, B.A (Mannu University) having vast experience in the field of rural development and organization sector. Expertise of immunization , adolescent Counseling ,SHGs, Livelihood activity, Child rights, Child participation, construction and disaster Activity.

Aarti Bhagat

Program Manager – Nidan, Chatra District

Aarti Bhagat is a committed development professional with over 6 years of experience in community development, education, public health, and livelihood programs. As the Program Manager at Nidan, Chatra District, she oversees multiple projects focused on empowering rural communities, improving health awareness, and enhancing the well-being of women, children, and the elderly.

Vinay Kumar

Data & Reporting Supervisor– Admin

Vinay Kumar-driven professional with over three years of experience at NIDAN. Previously served as Admin in the Plan Project ,at Samastipur (Bihar) and currently working in Chatra as Data & Reporting Supervisor and Admin. Skilled in data management, reporting, and administrative coordination with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork.

Shankar Prasad Mehta

MARD

Rani Kumari

BA

Having overall experience of 12 years of different areas trainer in L.P.K Chatra.