dr. ashok khosla
Chairperson & Founder, Development Alternatives Group
Chairperson & Founder, Development Alternatives Group
A Pioneer in development & dissemination of effective environmental management systems, Dr. Khosla started DA over 35 years ago, with a mission to create technologies, businesses and markets for large scale generation of sustainable livelihoods.
Creator, The TARA Akshar Programme
Mr Lyons holds training in the field of mental health. TARA Akshar+ is a result of understanding human behaviour and integrating technology into learning systems.
Senior Advisor
An Ex-army officer, Maj Gen Bhardwaj provides operational and strategic inputs to the TARA Akshar+ programmes team.
Chief Project Manager
An Ex-army Officer, a seasoned flying instructor, Col Ahluwalia has been managing all aspects of operational management, logistics, HR & training for the TARA Akshar+ programme, for over a decade now.
Senior Consultant, Content & Programme Development
Dr Srivastava provides strategic inputs in research, training & advocacy efforts for the TARA Akshar+ programme. Been a pioneer in strengthening the programme and its contribution to family and society.
Asst. Programme Director
An Ex-journalist, Ms Sharma has worked extensively in the areas of IEC and Capacity building for women and youth. She brings an array of insights towards the innovation and operationalization of the TARA Akshar+ programme.
Project Manager
An Ex-mental health professional, she holds specialization in Education and Psychology. She brings in newer perspectives on the learning process, learner’s psychology and contemporary improvisations that the programme needs.
Project Coordinator
Mr Ahmad is a social worker with specialization in Community Development. He ensures that the programme is implemented on ground efficiently. He monitors and evaluates the programme continuously.
Project Coordinator
Mr Pandey is an economic graduate with specialization in social work. He is responsible for planning and core implementation on the ground, keeping close vigil on the programme deliverables.
Deputy Manager, Logistics & Graphic
Mr Kumar works on the logistics aspects of the TARA Akshar+ programme and assists the Operations Team at the HQ.
Fundraising Executive
Ms Kapoor comes with an honours degree in Economics. Meticulous and passionate as she is, business development for the TARA Akhar+ programme is undertaken by her skilfully.
MIS Executive
Mr Gond holds a degree in Sociology and works on data entry, support in MIS, implementation field work, HR and accounts support for TARA Akshar+. He is our go-to person for day- to-day requirements.
Communications Executive
Ms Singh is pursuing her Masters in Education, she handles the communications responsibilities for TARA Akshar+ and oversees management and coordination of post-literacy sustainability actions.
Graphic Designer
Ms Pandey is the graphic designer for TARA Akshar+ program, she handles the creative and design layout for the program’s and its events’ digital content and material.