Our Team
NIRMAN has a multi-disciplinary team of professionals with extensive sectoral experience in millets-based farming system, ecological farming, rural development, land tenure, rain water management, natural resources management and governance, climate change adaptation, community empowerment and issues related to food and nutrition security. NIRMAN also hires the services of consultants/subject specialists as and when required.
Mr. Prasant Mohanty
Prasant is the founding member of NIRMAN and is currently serving as Secretary-cum-Executive Director.
Mr. Prasant Mohanty
Prasant is a founding member of NIRMAN and is currently serving as Secretary-cum-Executive Director. He has more than 26 years’ experience in rural development, safe food system and natural resources governance. Apart from his expertise, he had a dynamic role in influencing rights-based concerns in areas of community forestry and ecological farming and small-scale fishery. Institutional issues in community forestry and forest governance always attracted his attention leading him to contribute significantly in these areas
His interests include tenure security, ecological farming, natural resource management and governance, sustainable energy solutions, improving market access, technologies for social development. The academic portfolio includes MA in Development Planning & Administration. He is responsible for the Programme Management, resources mobilisation, strategic planning and organisation development within the Organization and is also associated with various networks within India and abroad.
Mr. Rabindra Chakraborty
MEAL Officer
Rabindra is working as MEAL Officer in NIRMAN. H has more than 19 years of experience.
Mr. Rabindra Chakraborty
Rabindra is currently working with NIRMAN as MEAL Officer. Monitoring & Evaluation expert with over 13 years of successful experience in Data Management and Analysis, reporting, research & Capacity building with overall experience of 19 years in development sector. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in Development sector. Strengths in M&E and Data management & Analysis backed by training in Knowledge & Information Management system. One of his core strengths lies in developing M&E frameworks that are not only methodologically sound but also adaptable to diverse project needs. His expertise in data collection, management and analysis allows him to generate actionable insights that drive program optimization. Moreover, He is skilled in engaging with organizational leadership and diverse project teams, ensuring that M&E processes are aligned with overall strategic objectives and that stakeholders are consistently informed and involved.
Ms Arunima Swain
Program Facilitator-State Level
Arunima is working with NIRMAN as Program Facilitator-state level since 2022. She is a Gold Medalist in…
Ms Arunima Swain
Mrs. Arunima Swain is working with NIRMAN as Program Facilitator- state level since 2020. She is a Gold Medalist in PG Diploma in Journalism received from Management Studies Promotion Institute, New Delhi. She has also completed her Master’s in Social Work, with more than 10 years of experience in Sustainable Agriculture. Before joining us, she has already worked with various state-level NGOs in leadership position(s) and implemented projects funded by Central & State Governments as well as International Donors. Her self-motivation, hardworking & learning spirit makes her a great personality. Her guidance to the program team & monitoring of different projects is worth appreciating.
Mr. Niranjan Dalai
Niranjan has completed degree in Commerce with Honours, having more than 26 years of working experience…
Mr. Niranjan Dalai
Mr.Niranjan Dalai has completed degree in Commerce with Honours, having more than 25 years of working experience in the development sector, shouldering financial management of different CSRs, national & international donor agencies, and State- and Central Government supported development projects. He joined NIRMAN as a Finance Manager in August 2020. He is looking after preparation and submission of finance related and legal entities reports and returns i.e. TDS, Income Tax Returns, FCRA- and 12A & 80G compliances along with preparation of the balance sheet of the Organization.
Ms. Sigma Dang
Program Officer
Sigma is working as Program Officer with NIRMAN. Prior to this, she was working as Additional Block Coordinator at Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Ms. Sigma Dang
Sigma is working as Program Officer with NIRMAN. Prior to this, she was working as Additional Block Coordinator at Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District in Special Program of Revival of Millets since1st July 2021. She has completed her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in 1st Class with (Physics Honours) from Sambalpur University. She has also done her Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (PGDCA). She started her career as Assistant Teacher in Little Angel Public School for 1 year. After this, she worked as Trainer in Vocational Training Institute. Though she is new to development sector, but very passionate about her work on ecological farming and community empowerment. Now she is also handling the social media as well as the website of our organization.
Mr. Rabi Narayan Parida
Program Officer
Rabi having a social science background , is working with NIRMAN as Program Officer since last two years.
Mr. Rabi Narayan Parida
Rabi , having a Social Science background, is working with NIRMAN as Program Officer since last 2 years. He is involved in facilitating community forest management and governance . He has long years of active involvement in community forestry movement and was the founding secretary of Nayagarh Jungal Suraksha Mahasangha which played active role to upscale community forestry in Nayagarh and other districts of Odisha. Prior to Nayagarh Jungal Surakhya Mahasangha, he was associated with Brukshya O Jeebar Bandhu Parisad, a community conservation group of Kesharpur, Nayagarh.
Mr. Santosh Kumar Parida
Program Officer
Santosh has been looking after the community mobilization and is facilitating claim of customary used land and community forest resources under FRA.
Mr. Santosh Kumar Parida
Santosh has been looking after the community mobilization and is facilitating claim filing customary used land and community forest resources under FRA. He has very good experiences with forest dwelling communities on rights settlement under the Forest Right Act (FRA). Currently he is coordinating for the effective implementation of CR and CFR programs in Rayagada, Kalahandi and Nayagarh districts. Overall, he provides the guidance and direction to the field team who are engaged in the facilitation of FRA activities.
Mr. Kailash Chandra Sahoo
Project Facilitator
Kailash is working with NIRMAN as “Project Facilitator”.
Mr. Kailash Chandra Sahoo
Kailash is working with NIRMAN as Project Facilitator. He in has been working in NIRMAN more than 5 years and is coordinating an integrated natural resource management program in Rayagada and Nayagarh districts. After obtaining a Master’s degree in Social Science, he has been working in the development organizations for last 14 years. He has a profound knowledge on the sustainable agriculture including organic farming practices. Besides, he is a very good trainer in the area of community organizations, rural development, seeds conservation & protection, and sustainable agriculture practices. His close relationship with the tribal communities has been much helpful to the Organization to establish a rapport with the tribal communities. Having long years of experience in community mobilization and institution building, he always strives to bring innovation in institution building.
Ms. Shradhanjali Mohapatra
Project Coordinator
Shradhanajali is working with NIRMAN as Project Coordinator of Pulses Promotion program since 2020.
Ms. Sradhanjali Mohapatra
Shradhanajali is working with NIRMAN as Project Coordinator of Pulses promotion program since 2020. She has completed her Post Graduation in Social Work (MSW) from NISWASS, Bhubaneswar; and also Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application from IGNOU, New Delhi. She started her social worker journey with OASIS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER. She is very passionate about her work.
Ms. Monalisha Patra
District Facilitator
Monalisha is working as “District Facilitator” in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District since January 2023.
Ms. Monalisha Patra
Ms. Monalisha is working with NIRMAN as “District Facilitator” in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District since January 2023. She is a Gold Medalist in MSc.(Agronomy). She has completed her Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University. She started her career as Chief Executive Officer in a FPO named Remal Farmers Producer Company Limited supported by ORMAS, Bhubaneswar.
Mr. Dhirendra Kumar Sahoo
District Facilitator
Dhirendra is working NIRMAN as “District Facilitator” in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Dhirendra Kumar Sahoo
Mr. Dhirendra is working as District Facilitator under THF project in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District. He completed his Master’s in Social Work from Vinayak Mission University, Tamilnadu. He has more than 18 years of experience in Water Aid India, Oxfam India, IPE Global, OCTMP, MLIPI etc. He also has 7 years of experience in community mobilization and facilitation on claim for IFR in Landesa International Organization for tribal dwellers under 2006 FRA.
Mr. Siddharth Rout
Program Facilitator-District Level
Siddharth is a Gold Medalist in MSc Horticulture and completed his Master’s from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan, Bhubaneswar.
Mr. Siddharth Rout
Siddharth is a Gold Medalist in M.Sc (Horticulture), and completed his Master’s from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan(Deemed University), Bhubaneswar. Before joining with NIRMAN, he was working with ‘PRADAN’ as the ‘Livelihood Coordinator’ in the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand. Now he is working with NIRMAN as a Program Facilitator- District Level in the Nayagarh district of Odisha since 2022.
Ms. Mary Shiny Ekka
District Facilitator
Mary is working with NIRMAN as District Facilitator in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District.
Ms. Mary Shiny Ekka
Ms Mary Shiny Ekka has completed her post graduation in Horticulture from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan(Deemed University), Bhubaneswar and has recently joined Nirman as District Facilitator under THF project in Rayagada District. Before joining NIRMAN, she was working with ‘PRADAN’ as ‘CLF Executive’ in Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand in livelihood enhancement activities and later was posted in Deoghar as Young Professional-II under Department of Biotechnology (DBT) project which was Sericulture based.
Mr. Malaya Mohanty
District Program Officer
Malaya is working with NIRMAN since 2022 as District Program Officer in Keonjhar District.
Mr. Malaya Mohanty
Malaya is working with NIRMAN since 2022 as District Program Officer in Keonjhar district of Odisha. He possess his Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Siksha O’ Anusandhan (Deemed University), Bhubaneswar. Before joining us, he was working with Gram Vikas as an Agronomist. He has different skills on Mushroom Production & Storage, Landscape architecture and Soil sampling & Collection etc.
Mr. Gyan Ranjan Barik
District Coordinator
Gyana is working with NIRMAN as District Coordinator.
Mr. Gyan Ranjan Barik
Gyan Ranjan completed his Masters in Social Work having more than 12 years of experience in social sector such as pulses farming, seed system, FPO promotion and livelihoods enhancement in Odisha.
Mr. Chandan Nayak
District Nutrition Facilitator
Chandan is working with NIRMAN since 2023 as District Nutrition Facilitator in Gajapati District.
Mr. Chandan Nayak
Mr. Chandan is presently working with NIRMAN as District Nutrition Facilitator in R.Udayagiri Block of Gajapati Districtin Odisha. He has completed his bachelors degree in Social work from National Institute of Social Work and Social Science (NISWASS) as well as his Masters degree from Utkal University, Bhubaneswar. Before joining NIRMAN he has worked with different organizations in Odisha and Jharkhand in various projects based on Public Health, Nutrition, Livelihood, Child Protection & Wash etc. He has also experience in developing Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation tools.
Mr. Manoj Pradhan
Program Officer
Manoj is working with NIRMAN as Program Officer in Rayagada District.
Mr. Manoj Pradhan
Before continuation with NIRMAN, Manoj started his journey as Field Officer in PARIVARTAN NGO of Bhawanipatna. He also worked with Gram Vikash and ORRISSA organization in various projects based on livelihood and watershed etc. He has completed his Post Graduation in Social Work from Utkal University. He has also done his Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application. Presently he is working as Program Officer WDC Capacity Building in Rayagada District of Odisha.
Mr. Bijaya Kumar Giri
District Coordinator
Bijaya is working with NIRMAN as District Coordinator in Deogarh District.
Mr. Bijaya Kumar Giri
Bijay has completed his Diploma in Agriculture from OUAT having a basic knowledge of computers. His capability of working on own initiative makes him a good inter-personality. Presently he is working as District Coordinator in Deogarh District since 2022. He has 4 years of experience in Livelihood projects including Wadi/Archard Management with the Saunta Gaunta Foundation as Technical Expert.
Mr. Gatikrishna Behera
District Facilitator
Gatikrishna is working with NIRMAN as District Facilitator Rayagada District.
Mr. Gatikrishna Behera
Mr.Gatikrishna has completed Master degree in Social work. He has 17 years of experience in the Development Sectors Since 2006. Presently he is working with NIRMAN as District Facilitator Project in Rayagada District. Before joining us he was working as State Level Master Trainer (CLTS} under R.D. Department,Govt of Odisha, DFID-TMST, BBSR. He had experience in different projects based on livestock management, livelihood, organic farming etc.
Mr. Prasant Kumar Padhiary
District Marketing Facilitator
Prasant is working as District Marketing Facilitator with NIRMAN in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District since 2023.
Mr. Prasant Kumar Padhiary
Prasant Kumar Padhairy serves as the District Facilitator-Marketing at NIRMAN, in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District. He has 11 years of experience in development sector. He holds a postgraduate degree in Rural Management, specializing in Livelihood and Microfinance, from the Human Development Foundation School of Management in Bhubaneswar. Prasant’s fervor lies in working with socioeconomically backward rural pockets, where he specializes in mobilizing communities through training, community mobilization, and institution building.
Mr. Tuku Mantri
Programme Facilitator – Marketing
Tuku is working as Programme Facilitator Marketing with NIRMAN in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Tuku Mantri
Tuku Mantri is currently employed at NIRMAN as Program Facilitator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District, boasting a Master’s degree in Social Work from the National Institute of Social Work and Social Sciences, specializing in Community Development. With over a decade of experience in the development sector, he has dedicated eight years specifically to Livelihoods initiatives. His has expertise on promotion of livelihood, institution building and management of agriculture, horticulture, and livestock.
Mr. Dr Sashi Sekhar Biswal
District Marketing Facilitator
Sashi is working with NIRMAN as District Marketing Facilitator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Dr Sashi Sekhar Biswal
Dr. Sashi Sekhar Biswal is currently employed at NIRMAN in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District. He holds a Ph.D. degree, having pursued a Master’s in Rural Development from Visva-Bharati, recognized as a Central University and an Institution of National Importance, located in Santiniketan. Prior to this, he attained a Master’s degree in Economics from Berhampur University and a PG Diploma in Rural Development from Utkal University. With a background as a social science researcher, he possesses experience in conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, analyzing data, and preparing reports for various organizations. His specialization lies in Human Development, and he is passionate about working with marginalized communities in rural areas.
Mr. Venkat Hemant Kumar
Accountant
Hemant is working as an Accountant with NIRMAN in Kalyansinghpur Block of Rayagada District since 2023.
Mr. Venkat Hemant Kumar
Hemant completed his Master’s in Business Administration from Andhra University and a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from Rayagada University. Over the span of 13 years, he has gained valuable experience in the development sector, collaborating with esteemed organizations such as ChildFund International, Rise Against Hunger, and TB Alert. His expertise lies in the realms of Accounts and Finance. Beyond his professional pursuits, he finds fulfillment in assisting the surrounding community and indulging in the excitement of cricket matches. Presently he is working with NIRMAN as a Project Accountant in Kalyansinghpur Block of Rayagada District since November 2023.
Mr. Purna Chandra Behera
Cluster Marketing Facilitator
Purna is working as Cluster Marketing Facilitator with NIRMAN in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Purna Chandra Behera
Purna Chandra Behera is currently working with NIRMAN as Cluster Marketing Facilitator in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District, having obtained his master’s degree from Allahabad Deemed University. With over 14 years of experience, he specializes in Agro-Non Timber Forest Products (NTFP) and sustainable livelihood initiatives in rural areas. He possesses good knowledge of agriculture, horticulture, and livestock management.
Mr. Jayakrushna Pradhan
Block Coordinator
Jayakrushna is working as Block Coordinator in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Jayakrushna Pradhan
Jayakrushna is working as Block Coordinator in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District since 2022 under Special Program for Promotion of Integrated Farming. He completed his Bachelor’s degree from Utkal University. He has 23 years of experience in Sustainable Agriculture. Before joining NIRMAN, he was involved in many other social activities.
Mr. Soubhagya Ranjan Mohanty
Accountant
Saubhagya is working as an Accountant with NIRMAN since 2022.
Mr. Soubhagya Ranjan Mohanty
Soubhagya completed his Bachelor’s degree in commerce. He is working as an Accountant in NIRMAN from August 2022. He has more than 4 years of experience in accounts in various leading NGOs in Odisha and outside the state.
Mr. Samir Kumar Gouda
Accountant
Samir is working with NIRMAN as an Accountant in Kotagarh Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Samir Kumar Gouda
Samir completed his Bachelor’s degree from Berhampur University. Before joining NIRMAN he worked in various NGOs as Accountant. Presently he is working as an Accountant in Kotagarh Block of Kandhamal District under Odisha Millet Mission project.
Mr. Sitansu Kumar Sahoo
Block Coordinator
Sitansu has completed his Bachelor’s degree in Arts from Utkal University. He started his career as Chief Executive Officer in an FPO.
Mr. Sitansu Kumar Sahoo
Sitansu has completed his Bachelor’s degree in Arts from Utkal University. He started his career as a Chief Executive Officer in an FPO named Baulakani Farmer Producer Company under I-Concept Initiative, Bhubaneswar supported by NABARD. He is presently working with NIRMAN as Block Coordinator in the K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District since 2022.
Ms. Arpita Baral
Additional Chief Executive Officer
Arpita is working as “Additional Chief Executive Officer” in Rayagada Farmers Producer Company Limited promoted by NIRMAN in Rayagada District.
Ms. Arpita Baral
Ms. Arpita Baral is working as Additional Chief Executive Officer in Rayagada Farmers Producer Company Limited promoted by NIRMAN in Kalyansinghpur block of rayagada District, Odisha. She has
completed her Master Degree in MBA in Rural Management from Utkal University
Rural Campus, Chandikhole in the year 2018-20. She was associated with a state
level NGO Centre for Development Service (CDS), Odisha as a part time
Volunteer during the year 2020-21 and then she Joined as a FPO Facilitator in ‘Live & Let Live’
(LALL), Jagatsinghpur, Orissa. Later She was promoted as Chief Executive
Officer (CEO) in Banikhetra Women Farmers Producer Company Limited located at Raghunathpur for promotion of 10000 FPOs under a Central
sector scheme managed by Live & Let Live (LALL), Jagatsinghpur, Orissa. She is very dedicated worker.
Mr. Jayadev Dalai
Block Coordinator
Jayadev is working with NIRMAN as Block Coordinator in Jajpur District.
Mr. Jayadev Dalai
Jayadev has completed his Master’s in Social Science from Utkal University as well as Diploma in Rural Development from Odisha State Open University. He has 5 years of experience in the development sector. Presently he is working as Block Coordinator in Nagada of Jajpur District.
Mr. Trilochan Muduli
Block Coordinator
Trilochan is working with NIRMAN as Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission.
Mr. Trilochan Muduli
Mr. Trilochan has been working as Block coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission in Daspalla block of Nayagarh district. He has a 8 years’ experience in community mobilization, formation and strengthening of different community-based organization such as WSHGs, farmers group etc. He has done Masters degree in sociology from DDCE, Uttkal university, Bhubaneswar. He has joined NIRMAN since July 2022.
Ms. Anita Nath
Liasioning Officer
Anita is working with NIRMAN as “Liasioning Officer” in Kalyansinghpur Block of Rayagada District.
Ms. Anita Nath
Ms. Anita has completed her Master degree in Social
work from in 2017 from UTKAL UNIVERSITY. She has over 5 years of experience in development sectors. Since 2023 she is working with NIRMAN as Liasioning Officer in Kalyansinghpur block of Rayagada district. Before joining us she was working as Assistant Project Officer under “Holistic
Rural Development Programme” (HRDP) supported by HDFC in Prayatn Sanstha situated in Rayagada district.
Mr. Satyashree Pahi
Block Coordinator
Satyashree is working with NIRMAN as Block Coordinator in Keonjhar District.
Mr. Satyashree Pahi
Satyashree completed his B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering from Centurion University of Technology and Management in the year 2021. Before joining us, he worked as Block Coordinator in Odisha Millet Mission, Hemgir, Sundargarh. Besides this he has a good knowledge of programing languages. Presently he is working as Field Coordinator in Keonjhar district of Odisha.
Mr. Chinmaya Jena
Block Nutrition Facilitator
Chinmaya is working as “Block Nutrition Facilitator” in G.Udayagiri Block of Gajapati District.
Mr. Chinmaya Jena
Mr. Chinmaya has completed his BTech from National institute of science and technology, Berhampur. Presently he is working with NIRMAN as a Block Nutrition Facilitator in G. Udayagiri Block of Gajapati District.
Mr. Amit Kumar Pradhan
Additional Block Coordinator
Amit is working as “Additional Block Coordinator” under Odisha Millet Mission in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Amit Kumar Pradhan
Mr. Amit has completed his Bachelor degree with Political Science Hons. from Behermpur University as well as completed his Post Graduate in Computer Application. He has more than 7 years of experience in social sector in various programs such as health and nutrition, livelihood etc. Before joining NIRMAN he worked as a Field Coordinator in Food and Nutrition security project supported by Centre for World Solidarity in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District since last three years. Presently he is working as Additional Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission project in Dasapalla block of Nayagarh District since july 2023.
Mr. Rajkumar Mandal
Supervisor
Rajkumar is working with NIRMAN as a Supervisor in Nayagarh District since 2022.
Mr. Rajkumar Mandal
Rajkumar is working with NIRMAN as Supervisor in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District since 2022. He has 4 years of experience in the agricultural sector. He also has a great experience in Farmer Producer Companies as Chief Executive Officer as well as Agriculture Expert.
Mr. Sukanta Kumar Mishra
Block Coordinator
Sukanta is working as “Block Coordinator” under Odisha Millet Mission program in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Sukanta Kumar Mishra
Mr. Sukanta is currently working as Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission Program implemented in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District. He has over five years of experience in thematic domains such as livelihood, Child Education, organic farming etc. He completed his Master’s in Social Work from Utkal University.
Mr. Amulya Kumar Paital
Block Coordinator
Amulya is working with NIRMAN as “Block Coordinator” in Bangomunda Block of Bolangir District.
Mr. Amulya Kumar Paital
Mr. Amulya currently working with NIRMAN serving as Block Coordinator in Bangomunda Block of Bolangir District. He completed his Masters in Rural Development. He has over nine years of experience in social sector. Now he is involving in Program Coordination, Documentation and Capacity Building, Collaboration with other Agency and Confidence level growth in field level.
Mr. Nibarana Malik
Block Coordinator
Nibaran is working as “Block Coordinator” under Integrated Farming System implemented in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Nibarana Malik
Mr. Nibaran has more than 12 years experience in programme management & capacity building, planning, implementation, SHG management and federation building, Mobilizing & advocacy with Govt. & non Govt. Stakeholders, data collection & interpretation etc. Currently he is working as Block Coordinator under Integrated Farming program in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Rameswar Bostaray
Additional Block Coordinator
Rameswar is working with NIRMAN as Additional Block Coordinator in Kandhamal District.
Mr. Rameswar Bostaray
Mr. Rameswar is currently working with NIRMAN as Additional Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission Program implemented in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District in Odisha. He has six years of experience in development sector in various programs such as Education, Health, Child Rights and Integrated farming. He has completed his Masters in Business Administration from BPUT.
Mr. Omkar Das
Additional Block Coordinator
Omkar is working as “Additional Block Coordinator” under Odisha Millet Mission in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District.
Mr. Omkar Das
Omkar is working as Additional Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District. He completed his Master in Social Science from Utkal University. Before joining NIRMAN he was working as Social Worker for 3 years in Bridge of Hope at Khurda, focused on Education & Health aspects for the Community Development project.
Mr. Manas Panigrahi
Chief Executive Officer
Manas is working as “Chief Executive Officer” in RFPCL promoted by NIRMAN in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District.
Mr. Manas Panigrahi
Mr. Manas has completed his masters in HR and Marketing from Biju Pattnaik University in 2019. He started his journey with Maharshi Gurukul as a Marketing Executive. Presently he is working with NIRMAN as Chief Executive Officer in Rayagada Farmers Producer Company Limited promoted by NIRMAN in Kalyansinghpur Block of Rayagada District since June 2023.
Mr. Rabindra Karkaria
Additional Block Coordinator
Rabindra is working as Additional Block Coordinator in Kotagarh Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Rabindra Karkaria
Rabindra completed his Bachelor’s degree from Berhampur University. He has 13 years of experience in social sector working with various community institutions like SHGs, Block level federations, Producer Groups and Producer company in different livelihood activities. Before joining NIRMAN he worked with Pradan as Professional Assistance for Development Action. Presently he is working as Additional Block Coordinator under Odisha Millet Mission Project in Kotagarh Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Manasha Maharana
Cluster Coordinator
Manasha is working as Cluster Coordinator with NIRMAN from July 2022. Prior to this, he was coordinating the CR and CFR program in the Thuamul Rampur Block.
Mr. Manasha Maharana
Manasha is working as Cluster Coordinator with NIRMAN from July 2022. Prior to this, he was coordinating the CR & CFR program in Thuamul Rampur Block of Kalahandi District. He has a social science background with around 25 years of experience in the development sector. He has got working experience in various development activities including sustainable livelihood securities program. During his period of services, he has also gained knowledge in the field of water conservation & development, drought proofing, non-formal education, rehabilitation and resettlement, adult literacy and handicraft sector etc.
Ms. Anita Jena
Cluster Coordinator
Mrs. Anita hails from a farming community and has a strong belief in the approach of the Organization. Anita is a self- motivated person…
Ms. Anita Jena
Ms. Anita hails from a farming community and has a strong belief in the approach of the Organization. Anita is a self- motivated person who is engaged in promotion of organic ways of SRI, home garden, crop improvement and conservation of agro-biodiversity particularly with school children, teachers, women groups and farmers. She is working as Program Associate and facilitating the Pulses Promotion project in Nayagarh district. Her academic portfolio includes a B.A. in Humanities.
Mr. Lingaraj Kalata
Cluster Coordinator
Lingaraj is working as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Lingaraj Kalata
Lingaraj has completed his Bachelor’s degree from Sambalpur University, as well as Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application. Before joining NIRMAN, he was working as Associate Program Manager in different domain areas such as FRA, Organic farming, Livelihood, NTFP, MGNREGA, Youth Development and Local Governance etc. in Patang. Presently he is working as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla block of Nayagarh District in Odisha since February 2022.
Mr. Chittajit Prusty
Cluster Coordinator
Chittajit is working as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Chittajit Prusty
After completing Bachelor’s degree with Sociology Hons., Chittajit started working with BANDHAN, Konnagar (West Bengal) as Community Organizer. Training in Enterprises Development, confidence Building and Office management etc. makes him able to work hard in every situation with a positive attitude. Now he is working with NIRMAN as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District since March 2022.
Mr. Gopi Krushna Dey
Cluster Coordinator
Gopi is working as Cluster Coordinator in Jajpur District since 2022.
Mr. Gopi Krushna Dey
Gopi started his social career with NIRMAN since 2017 as Field Facilitator. He has completed his Bachelor’s in Arts and is currently working as Field Coordinator in Nutrition project in Nagada area of Jajpur District. He has good communication skill.
Mr. Sudarsan Samal
Cluster Coordinator
Sudarsan is working as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Mr. Sudarsan Samal
Sudarsan has more than 5 years of experience in the Livelihood sector, having a good liaison and presentation skill. He has a good knowledge in MS Word, Excel and Power Point. he has been working with NIRMAN since March 2022 as Cluster Coordinator in Dasapalla Block of Nayagarh District.
Ms. Kumarika Kandi
Cluster Coordinator
Kumarika has been working with NIRMAN as Cluster Coordinator in Nayagarh District.
Ms. Kumarika Kandi
Kumarika has been working with NIRMAN as Cluster Coordinator for implementation of the program “Enhancing Livelihood and Food Security of Forest dwelling communities in Nayagarh District. She completed her Diploma in Agriculture. She has a good communication skills & also has knowledge in mushroom cultivation, agriculture & horticulture. Overall, she provides the guidance and direction to the organizer for smooth implementation of the program. She has expertise in organic farming and capacity building of the forest based communities.
Mr. Kailash Chandra Kadraka
Cluster Facilitator
Kailash is working as “Cluster Facilitator” in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District.
Mr. Kailash Chandra Kadraka
Kailash is working with NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” under THF project in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District. He is a graduate in Social Studies from Berhampur University. He has 10 years of experience in community mobilization and facilitation of claim filing of tribal and other forest dwellers under the 2006 Forest Right Act. He belongs to the Adivasi community and has rich experience in facilitation of secure tenures for the tribal community under the Forest Right Act.
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Kasalya
Cluster Facilitator
Rajesh is working with NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District since January 2023.
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Kasalya
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Kasalya has joined NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” under THF project in K.Singhpur Block of Rayagada District since January 2023. He is a Graduate in Social Studies from Berhampur University. He has 3 years of experience in micro finance with SHGs as well as 1 year in covid-19 vaccination program in community mobilization in Rural areas.
Mr. Pramod Juanga
Cluster Coordinator
Pramod is working as Cluster Coordinator in Jajpur District since 2022.
Mr. Pramod Juanga
Pramod comes from the vulnerable Juang Adivasi community of Keonjhar District. He is working with NIRMAN as Field Coordinator in Nagada area of Jajpur District since 2022. He has completed his Bachelor’s degree in commerce from KIIT University, Bhubaneswar. He also completed his Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application.
Mr. Pravat Ku Baidya
Cluster Facilitator
Pravat is working with NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” in Th.Rampur Block of Kalahandi District.
Mr. Pravat Kumar Baidya
Pravat Kumar Baidya has completed his Bachelor’s of Technology in Agricultural Engineering from Centurion University of Technology and Management. Before joining Nirman he was working in Agragamee, Dasamantapur and later he was promoted to CEO in kashipur. He has 1.5 years of experience in agricultural sector like organic farming, ecological farming etc. Recently he has published his first agri-book titled “Akhyata Pallira Subarna an agri-book of Odisha”. Besides this his hobbies are writing agricultural articles, newspaper articles, poems, stories etc.
Mr. Satyajit SWain
Cluster Facilitator
Satyajit is working with NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Satyajit Swain
Mr. Satyajit is working with NIRMAN as Cluster Facilitator under THF project in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District. He completed his graduation from Utkal University. He has 5 years of experience in community mobilization & organic farming.
Mr. Mutu Mandal
Cluster Facilitator
Mutu is working with NIRMAN as “Cluster Facilitator” in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District.
Mr. Mutu Mandal
Mr. Mutu is working with NIRMAN as Cluster Facilitator under THF project in Tumudibandha Block of Kandhamal District. He has one year of experience in ASHA NGO, Balangir. He has worked with NIRMAN in Integrated Farming System. He always enjoys his work with the tribal communities, which helps him to complete his activities very smoothly.
Mr. Deepak Kumar Dey
Program Assistant
Deepak is working with NIRMAN as Program Assistant since last four years.
Mr. Deepak Kumar Dey
Deepak has been working as Office Assistance with NIRMAN since last 4 years. He is very active and meticulous. He is also assisting in logistic works of the organization.