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PRAVIN A. LIKHANKAR

Nagpur, India 440024 ● 9970463800 ● pravin.likhankar53@gmail.com

EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

MBA: Project Management,
October 2023
Bharti Vidyapeeth - Pune, MH
Pursuing
M. Sc : Biochemistry, 2011
Department of Chemistry -
University Of Pune.
63.25%
I am a results-driven Development sector Consultant with 10 years of overall experience. I
have Expertise in Policy formulation and Rural Development for Government institutions.
Adept at guiding policy programs through all stages, from designing to on-ground
implementation for sustainable & impactful social development. Proficient in navigating
various State & Central Government Schemes and ensuring their effective execution. Having
worked on grassroot to CMO level, I bring a nuanced understanding of grassroots realities
gained through years of Stakeholder & Program management with action research
experience. Skilled in leveraging local, regional, and global knowledge to provide effective
and contextually relevant policy betterment solutions.

B. Sc : Biotechnology, June 2009

R.T.M.N.U - Nagpur
72%
SET : Eligibility Test for Lecturer,
2014
Eligibility Test for Lecturer
B. Ed, April 2015
R.T.M.N.U - Nagpur
REFERENCES
• Mr. Raaj Kumar Anand,
Minister, Department of Social
welfare, SC/ST, Government of
NCT of Delhi.
• Mr. Abhijit Bangar (IAS),
Commissioner, Thane
Municipal Corporation,
Mumbai
• Mr. Yuvraj Saswade- Mission
Manager, CBC-Capacity
Building Commission, GoI,
New Delhi.
Mob No-9049470253
Email-
yuvrajsaswade@gmail.com
LANGUAGES
• Marathi
• English
• Hindi
CORE SKILLSET
• Policy Analysis and Development • Administrative acumen
• Leadership & Team Management • Project & Change Management
• Strategic Planning | • Stakeholder Engagement
EXPERIENCE
✓ Chief Minister Fellow, 11/2021 – 08/2023 (1Yr 8 Months)
Office of Minister of Social Welfare, Delhi Secretariat Govt of NCT of Delhi - New Delhi
Key Achievements
• Senior Policy Advisor to the Honorable Minister of Social Welfare, entrusted with
providing expert guidance on matters pertaining to the Dept. of SC/ST and Social Welfare.
• Developed a comprehensive and bespoke policy framework of overseas scholarship
scheme for SC/ST dept specifically tailored for SC students from Delhi.
• Spearheaded efforts to enhance the effectiveness of key initiatives of the department,
reinforcing their status as flagship schemes within the Government of NCT of Delhi.
• Played a pivotal role in optimizing Old Age Pension and Disability Pension programs
administered by the Delhi Government, offering invaluable public policy insights through
close collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare.
✓ State Mission Associate - Consultant, 06/2019 - 11/2021 (2 Yr 5 months)
MVSTF, Rural Development Dept, Govt Of Maharashtra. - Nariman Point, Mumbai
Key Achievements
• Monitoring & Evaluation along with M&E team for Six District of Maharashtra (~131
Grampanchayats & 278 villages, catering ~7 lakh Population)
• Developed program vision, strategy, and administrative framework in collaboration with
CEO & Mission Manager.
• Established strong relationships and liaison with senior officials from Government,
corporate sector, partner agencies, and NGOs.
• Provided strategic Program Implementation Support, managing District Executives
and overseeing Fellows for SDGs implementation.
• Facilitate Government convergence for effective implementation of the program for
Rural development by coordinating with Local bodies, Dist Collectors & CMO.
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INTERESTS
• Travelling & Photography
• Exploring new places
• Meeting new people
LINKS
• Hon. Chief Minister of
Maharashtra Shri. Devendra
Fadnavis speaks about MVSTF
progress
https://youtu.be/A11uUPokivo
• MVSTF Introduction & impact
https://youtu.be/eiQHwa3Ztow
• MVSTF Gadchiroli village
transformation in partnership
with JSW. https://youtu.be/d-
J4hsJx9KE
• CM Devendra Fadnavis is
chairing 1000 Village Social
Transformation Mission Meet
https://youtu.be/dDl2_fgecG0
• Shri. Pravin Likhankar, CM
Rural Development Fellow at
MVSTF Amravati Divisional
Workshop
https://youtu.be/QCN8VkOcyE
E Data for the year 2011, ensuring accuracy and of vital information.
Projects Worked Upon
• Spearheaded "MahaGram" Covid-19 response initiative for rural Maharashtra, focusing
on promoting resilience and empowering communities.
• Collaborating with the Skill Development Department of Maharashtra to successfully
implement skill development programs in villages, fostering growth and opportunity for
rural youth.
✓ Chief Minister Rural Development Fellow, 04/2017 - 11/2018 (1yr 7 months)
MVSTF, Govt. Of Maharashtra. - Dharni, Amravati (Melghat -Tribal Region).
Key Achievements
• Localized Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and translating them into actionable
targets at the village level, forging strong partnerships between private sector entities and
the Government.
• Acted as a crucial link between the District Administration, Gram Panchayat, and Chief
Minister's Office, facilitating efficient communication and coordination for effective
governance and project execution at grassroots level.
• Demonstrated proficiency in converging various State & Central Government Schemes
and diverse funding sources of a Gram Panchayat, channeling them into one
comprehensive Village Development Plan through extensive community engagement.
• Instrumental in promoting a sense of accountability and transparency at the village
level by involving the community in the development planning and execution process.
• Generated detailed progress reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, providing
essential data for informed decision-making and monitoring project outcomes.
✓ Teaching Faculty, Shiksha classes, Bhandara 03/2014- 03/2017 (3 yrs)
• Served as a Teaching Faculty for Biology at Shiksha Classes, Played a key role in
fostering academic excellence among students. Additionally, contributed to the growth
and development of the organization by providing valuable administrative support.
✓ Programmer, Collector Office - Nagpur 02/2013 - 01/2014 (1yr)
• Demonstrated proficiency in General Administration and maintenance of the Census
• Skillfully organized and prioritized tasks, leading to the timely and efficient completion of
assignments, contributing to a smooth and effective workflow.
✓ Assistant Professor, Modern College of Science - Shivajinagar, Pune. 06/2012 - 10/2012 (5
months)
• Specializing in teaching Agri Biotechnology subject to B.Sc Agriculture students.
RESEARCH & PUBLICATION
Paper at M.Sc Degree, University of Pune.
Rapid Green Synthesis and Biological Activity of Silver Nanoparticles Using Adhatoda
Vasica Leaf Extract”.
Ranade Suvidya, Likhankar Pravin, Borse Shubhangi, Joshi Satyawati, Rapid Green
Synthesis and Biological Activity of Silver Nanoparticles Using Adhatoda vasica Leaf
Extract, Advanced Science Engineering and Medicine, 5 (4), 229-234 Doi:
10.1166/asem.2013.1258
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
• Fundamentals of Project Planning & Management, University of Virginia.
• Education in India- Ideas, Policies and alternatives by Center of Civil Society, Delhi
• Sustainability and Climate Change – ALISON
• Communicate Effectively at Work -Google
• Youth Mental health First Aid Course, MPOWER, MHFA, Australia.