Mr. Rakesh Warrier is the Programme Director and Regional Director at BAIF, overseeing multiple thematic and administrative responsibilities. Currently, he leads BAIF's East Region, which spans Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar, impacting over 0.7 million families across 76 districts. An Engineer by profession, he holds an advanced degree in Planning and Development from IIT Bombay. Linkedin profile: www.linkedin.com/in/rakesh-warrier-37013577

Mr. Sandip Kakade, a graduate in Agricultural Science with a master's in Agribusiness Management, has been with BAIF for more than 15 years. His extensive experience across various programs has led him to his current role as State Head for Odisha and Chhattisgarh, which he assumed in December 2022.

Mr. Romio Hasan, a Mechanical Engineer with a PGDM in Rural Management from IRMA, has been serving as the Senior Programme Manager at BAIF Livelihoods Odisha since 2024. He is responsible for project development, coordination, and monitoring, among other critical functions.

Mr. Bikrant Kumar, a science graduate, has been associated with BAIF since 2005. He now serves as the Additional Chief Programme Executive, playing a key role in managing the organisation's initiatives.

Dr. Prafulla Kumar Nayak, a Bachelor of Veterinary Science, joined BAIF in 2022 after a three-decade career with the ARD Dept., Govt. of Odisha. He is currently part of the Livestock Development Program and operates from the State Office in Sambalpur.

Mr. Bipin Sahu has been with BAIF since 2011 and specialises in Accounts. He currently leads Odisha and Chhattisgarh's Finance & Accounts Department, ensuring financial efficiency across the states.

Dr. Santosh Kumar holds a bachelors degree in Veterinary Science & has been working with BAIF since 2008. He is now engaged with the Livestock Development Program and is based in Cuttack.

Mr. Mohapatra, holding a Master’s in Social Work, has been serving as the Associate Programme Manager since 2024, overseeing development, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and documentation for CSR projects in Odisha and Chhattisgarh.

Mr. Mufti Mahammad Khan, with a master’s degree in Agriculture, has been a part of BAIF since 2015. He is currently associated with the Holistic Development Program at the State Office.

Holding a post-graduate degree in Rural Management, Mr. Shariq has been working with BAIF since 2023. He oversees the Holistic Development Program in Sambalpur.

Mr. Kaushal, a post-graduate in Rural Management, has been with BAIF since 2023. He is responsible for the Holistic Development Program in Jharsuguda.

Holding an MBA in Rural Management and a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Mr. Parash, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, serves as Senior Project Officer at Naktideul under the FRDP Project.

A PGDM-RM graduate from XISS and a BE in Mechanical Engineering, Mr. Punit, who has been working with BAIF since 2024, is responsible for coordinating project activities at the State Office in Sambalpur, where he holds the role of Senior Project Officer.

Mr. Aswini Kumar Dhal, who holds a bachelor's degree in Science, has been with BAIF since 2020. He provides IT support at the State Office, ensuring smooth technological operations.

Mr. Chandrakant Barada Prasan, a postgraduate in Rural Development, has been working with BAIF since 2022. He is actively engaged in the Farm-Based Livelihoods Program in Sambalpur.

Ms. Swarnali, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, holds a Master’s in Agriculture & Rural Development and a B.Sc. in Agriculture. She is engaged in overseeing the Mor Jal Mor Maati projects in Chhattisgarh under the BALCO program as Senior Project Officer.

Mr. Surajit Swain, with a master’s degree in Business Administration, has been working with BAIF since 2019. He is presently involved in the Livestock Development Program in Jajpur.

Mr. Gulab Chandra Pal holds a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and has been with BAIF since 2019. He is presently part of the Holistic Development Program in Jharsuguda.

Mr. Uditnarayan, a post-graduate in Social Enterprises, has been part of BAIF since 2023. He currently manages the Livestock Development Program in Balangir.

Mr. Pawan Deo Kumar holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and has been part of BAIF since 2022. He is currently associated with the Water-Centric Livelihoods Program in Sambalpur.

Mr. Manas Ranjan Rout, with a diploma in Civil Engineering, has been working with BAIF since 2016. He is presently involved in the Water-Centric Livelihoods Program at the State Office.

Mr. Prakash Kumar Khandai, a Civil Engineering graduate, joined BAIF in 2022. He is currently involved in the Farm-Based Livelihoods Program in Sambalpur.

Ms. Prerna holds a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science and a Master’s in Management, with a background in digital content creation. She has been entrusted with documentation, coordination, and secretarial duties at BAIF Livelihoods Odisha and has been working with BAIF since 2024.

Mr. Mrutyunjaya, holding a graduate degree in Science (Agriculture), works on the Holistic Development Program in Sambalpur and has been with BAIF since 2023.

With a B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering, Mr. Abinash, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, works as a Project Officer at the Jujumura Cluster Office, Sambalpur, under the FRDP Project, supporting various initiatives in the region.

Mr. Rabi, holding a B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering, is posted at the Champua Cluster Office, Keonjhar, where he serves as Project Officer for the DMF Project and has been working with BAIF since 2024.

Mr. Buddhadev Jana holds a master’s degree in Agriculture and has been part of BAIF since 2022. He is currently working with the Farm-Based Livelihoods Program in Sambalpur.

Ms. Manisha Sahu, with a master's degree in Business Administration, has been with BAIF since 2011. She currently leads the HR and Administration functions for the State, playing a pivotal role in shaping BAIF's workforce.

Mr. Durbadal Mahapatra, a graduate in Commerce, has been associated with BAIF since 2011. He is presently engaged in the Accounts Department at the State Office.

Mr. Ramakrushna Sahu, a postgraduate in Social Work, has been working with BAIF since 2020. He is engaged in the Livestock Development Program in Ganjam.

Mr. Sanjaya Kumar Mahapatra holds a master’s degree in Social Work and has been with BAIF since 2021. He is presently involved in the Livestock Development Program in Dhenkanal.

Mr. Bikash Kumar Baral holds a masters in Rural Development & has been working with BAIF since 2022. He is associated with the Livestock Development Program in Angul.

Mr. Pramod Kumar Ghosh, who holds a postgraduate degree in Social Work, has been associated with BAIF since 2011. He is presently engaged in the Livestock Development Program in Mayurbhanj.

Mr. Umesh Chandra Meher, a postgraduate in Social Work, has been associated with BAIF since 2011. He is currently leading the Livestock Development Program in Puri and Jagatsinghpur.

Mr. Kishori, with a postgraduate degree in Social Work, has been a part of BAIF since 2023. He looks into the Livestock Development Program in Balasore.

Mr. Narbet Kerketta holds a postgraduate degree in English and has been with BAIF since 2018. He is presently working in the Holistic Development Program in Jharsuguda.

Mr. Satyabrata Sahoo has obtained a postgraduate degree in Social Work & has been associated with BAIF since 2020. He is currently engaged in the Holistic Development Program in Angul.

Mr. Tapas Kumar Sahu has obtained a postgraduate degree in Business Administration & has been associated with BAIF since 2012. He is currently involved in the Livestock Development Program across Nabrangpur, Nuapada, and Kalahandi.

Holding a postgraduate degree in Social Work, Mr. Jajatikeshari has been a member of BAIF since 2023, overseeing Administration at the State Office.

Mr. Gyanendra Prakash Pal holds a postgraduate degree in Business Administration and has been with BAIF since 2020. He is currently involved in the Holistic Development Program in Sundargarh.

With a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), Mr. Anil, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, serves as Joint District Programme Officer at BALCO in Chhattisgarh, contributing to the region's development programs.

Mr. Santosh Kumar Nayak, who holds a postgraduate degree in Social Work, has been with BAIF since 2021. He is presently working on the Livestock Development Program in Bhadrak.

A graduate in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agri.), Mr. Kuldhir, who has been working with BAIF since 2024, contributes as Joint District Programme Officer at BALCO in Chhattisgarh, working on agricultural and development initiatives.

Ms. Minakshee, with a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, serves as Joint District Programme Officer at BALCO, Chhattisgarh, helping to manage and execute development programs in the region.

Mr. Sudhansu, who has been working with BAIF since 2024, holds an MBA in Finance and HR. He plays a key role as Senior Accountant, overseeing financial management across Odisha and Chhattisgarh regions.

Mr. Manoranjan Mallick, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, brings a wealth of experience in programming and administration, with a master's degree in Computer Applications and a postgraduate diploma in labour law. He currently serves as Senior HR Associate, managing HR/Admin functions and supporting procurement-related tasks.

Mr. Narayan Pradhan holds a postgraduate degree in Social Work and has been with BAIF since 2020. He is presently involved in the Livestock Development Program in Kendrapara.

Mr. A. Chandrashekhar Rao holds a graduate degree in Commerce and has been with BAIF since 2010. He is currently handling accounting responsibilities in the State Office.

With a postgraduate degree in Commerce, Mr. Sumit Kumar Sharma has been working with BAIF since 2022. He presently manages accounts in the State Office.

Mr. Mukesh Kumar Dongichauhan, a graduate in Commerce, has been with BAIF since 2018. He currently manages accounts at the State Office.

Holding an M.Com degree, Mr. Jatindra, who has been working with BAIF since 2024, is an Accountant at BALCO, Chhattisgarh, supporting financial operations and ensuring smooth accounting procedures.

Mr. Suresh Chandra Sahu, who holds a graduate degree in Science, has been with BAIF since 2014. He is currently involved in the Livestock Development Program at the State Office.

A graduate in Commerce, Mr. Malaya has been an invaluable member of BAIF since 2019, managing the Livestock Development Program in Angul.

Ms. Nanda Munda holds a graduate degree in Electrical Engineering and has been with BAIF since 2018. She currently manages administrative tasks at the State Office.

Mr. Rabi Bhoi, who has completed his schooling up to the secondary level, has been with BAIF since 2012, supporting the administration team.

Mr. Sisil, a graduate in Computer Applications, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, brings his prior data entry experience to the State Office of BAIF Livelihoods, Odisha. He supports all office functions and ensures smooth housekeeping operations.

Mr. Hemanta, who has been working with BAIF since 2024, holds a BA and is looking into Administration. He supports the smooth day-to-day operations of the office as an Office Assistant, handling various administrative functions.

Mr. Chakradhar Das, with schooling up to the secondary level, has been with BAIF since 2011, contributing to the MAITRI team.

Mr. Dipjyoti Deka, holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (PGDM-RM). He leads the planning and execution of integrated rural development programmes aimed at promoting sustainable livelihoods and community well-being.

Mr. Niraj Kumar, holding a degree in Civil Engineering, provides thematic support to NRM and Climate Action programmes across BAIF’s East Region, contributing to the promotion of sustainable and community-led initiatives.

Mr. Pratik Kumar Khamari holds an MBA in Marketing and Human Resources. He is engaged in internal monitoring of projects in the East Region, ensuring adherence to systems and processes and contributing to the achievement of desired outputs, outcomes, and impact.

Mr. Robin Khan, with a Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Rural Management, is working as a Senior Project Officer with BAIF, contributing to effective project planning, implementation, and monitoring.

Mr. Abhash Singh holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Rural Management) and serves as a Senior Project Officer at BAIF. He is actively involved in implementing community development initiatives and promoting sustainable rural livelihoods.

Mr. Amit Kumar Pandey serves as a Senior Project Officer at BAIF. With a PGDM in Rural Management, he supports impactful rural development programs through strategic coordination and execution.

Mr. Shubham Kumar Singh holds a B.Sc. in Agriculture and a Postgraduate Diploma. He works as a Senior Project Officer at BAIF, contributing to agricultural and rural development projects.

Mr. Chintan Ananta Sahu holds an MBA in Agri-Business Management. He is committed to enhancing rural livelihoods through sustainable agricultural development and community-based interventions.

Mr. Ankur Patra, holds an MBA in Rural Management. He is actively involved in implementing livelihood and community development projects focused on sustainable rural transformation.

Ms. Satabdi Bedant, holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Sustainability Management. She focuses on integrating sustainable practices into rural development projects to enhance environmental resilience and community well-being.

Mr. Jeet Pal, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture and Rural Development. He works on enhancing agricultural practices and promoting sustainable rural livelihoods through community-focused initiatives.

Mr. Suman Manna, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture and Rural Development. He is involved in implementing sustainable agricultural practices and livelihood enhancement initiatives for rural communities.

Mr. Akash Tripathy, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture with a specialization in Agronomy. He focuses on promoting advanced agronomic practices and sustainable agricultural development in rural communities.

Ms. Aakansha Mishra, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture with a specialization in Rural and Tribal Development. She works on enhancing agricultural practices and livelihood opportunities for rural and tribal communities.

Mr. Subhash Mondal, holds an M.Sc. in Rural Development and Management. He is engaged in implementing community development and livelihood enhancement initiatives for sustainable rural growth.

Mr. Samik Kumar Pradhan, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture. He is involved in promoting sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing rural livelihoods through community-focused initiatives.

Mr. Subhankar Das, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture. He works on implementing sustainable agricultural practices and strengthening rural livelihood initiatives.

Mr. Samridh Nayak, holds an M.Sc. in Agriculture. He is dedicated to promoting sustainable farming practices and supporting rural livelihood development initiatives.

Mr. Aditya Raj, holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (PGDM-RM). He is involved in planning and executing rural development and livelihood enhancement initiatives.

Mr. Ravikant Yadav, holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management (PGDM-RM). He is engaged in implementing livelihood and community development initiatives to strengthen rural sustainability.

Ms.Moubani Sarkar, holds an M.Sc. in Sustainable Livelihoods and Natural Resources Governance. She works on promoting sustainable resource management and enhancing rural livelihoods through community-driven initiatives.

Mr. Taruna Rana, holds an I.T.I. certification in Electrician. He is responsible for managing technical operations and supporting the implementation of rural development projects.

With a B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering, Mr. Abinash, who has been associated with BAIF since 2024, works as a Project Officer at the Jujumura Cluster Office, Sambalpur, under the FRDP Project, supporting various initiatives in the region.

Mr. Abhijit Biswas, holds a B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering. He contributes to the implementation of sustainable agriculture and natural resource management initiatives for rural development.

Mr. Vyomesh Parihar, holds an MBA in Rural Management. He is engaged in implementing livelihood and community development initiatives to foster sustainable rural growth.

Mr. Abhijeet Mohanty, holding an MBA in Finance and Marketing, is part of the regional internal M&E Cell, ensuring adherence to systems and processes and facilitating documentation of intended outcomes.

Mr. Ashutosh Mahapatra, holds an MBA, LLB, and B.Com. He oversees financial management and compliance processes, ensuring transparency and efficiency in programme operations.

Mr. Jatin Kumar Mahanta, holds a Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW). He is dedicated to facilitating community participation and implementing inclusive rural development initiatives.

Mr. Pushapatilal Bage, with a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, is serving as an Accountant with BAIF, contributing to effective financial management and support functions.

Mr. Vinay Das, has completed his schooling up to secondary level. He provides essential administrative support to ensure smooth office operations.

Mr. Hariom Dhakad, holds a Master’s degree in Rural Management (MA-RM). He is engaged in promoting sustainable livelihood practices and strengthening community-based development initiatives.