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Dinesh Kr. Gautam (Managing Trustee)
Dinesh Kumar Gautam is a social development professional, environmentalist, researcher, and former journalist with extensive experience in community development, environmental conservation, disaster management, and social research. As Managing Trustee of Drishti Foundation Trust, he has played a significant role in strengthening the organisation’s work across India and building partnerships with government institutions, corporate organisations, academic institutions, civil society organisations, and community groups.
With a professional background in journalism, Mr. Gautam brings strong communication, research, advocacy, and public engagement capabilities to the development sector. Under his leadership, Drishti Foundation Trust has undertaken initiatives covering river rejuvenation, water conservation, biodiversity protection, tree plantation, marine conservation, environmental awareness, education, healthcare, disaster response, and community development.
A major achievement has been the development of collaborative programmes involving universities, corporates, government departments, volunteers, and local communities. The organisation has implemented environmental initiatives such as river and waterbody restoration, coastal and marine conservation, biodiversity protection, mangrove plantation, and large-scale tree plantation campaigns.
Jangmu Sherpa (Secretary)
Ms. Jangmu Sherpa, Trustee of Drishti Foundation Trust, epitomises philanthropy and social activism with a global perspective. As a key member of the board of trustees, her multifaceted experience spans diverse sectors in India and beyond. A dedicated advocate for women’s empowerment and environmental conservation, she champions the cause in Northeast India. Through Drishti Foundation Trust, Ms. Sherpa educates and empowers orphaned girls and women, while raising awareness about their rights. Her SEO-friendly profile highlights her impactful work, driving visibility and engagement. Ms. Jangmu Sherpa’s unwavering commitment to social change resonates in her endeavours, inspiring others to join in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.
Dr. Badri Narayanan Gopalakrishnan (Trustee)
Dr. Badri Narayanan Gopalakrishnan served NITI Aayog as a Fellow, heading the verticals of Trade and Commerce, Strategic Economic Dialogue, International Cooperation and Vision India@2047. As a member of the board of trustees, he brings invaluable expertise. Prior to joining the GoI, he has been an economist working to analyse a wide range of economic (mainly international trade), disruptive technology, environmental/energy, labour and public health policies. Dr.Gopalakrishnan simultaneously holds several affiliations; Affiliate/Courtesy Faculty Member with University of Washington Seattle, Boston College, Non Resident Senior Fellow with European Center for International Political Economy, Brussels, and National Council for Applied Economic Research. He has also been a consultant with the UN, World Bank, FAO, WHO, Harvard University, Tata Group, Aditya Birla Group and several others.He has been engaged with the start-up community across the world as an advisor and co-founder. Dr. Gopalakrishnan has published over 150 papers and 8 books and presented his work in over 30 countries across the world.
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