New Delhi, [23/06/2026] – Bal Raksha Bharat (Also known as Save the Children, India) welcomes Dr. Prajapati Trivedi as Chairperson of the organisation, succeeding Mr. Deepak Kapoor, who completes nine years of distinguished service with Bal Raksha Bharat, including eight years as Chairperson . Dr. Trivedi brings extensive experience in public policy, governance, public administration, performanjce management and sustainable development. He currently serves as Distinguished Professor at the School of Public Policy and Governance, Management Development Institute (MDI), NCR, and has held several senior leadership positions with the Government of India, the Commonwealth Secretariat and the World Bank.
His distinguished career includes serving as Secretary to the Government of India in the Cabinet Secretariat/Prime Minister's Office, as Commonwealth Secretary-General's Special Envoy for SDG Implementation, as Senior Director at the Commonwealth Secretariat, as Economic Adviser to the Government of India, and as Senior Economist at the World Bank. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from Boston University and an M.Sc. from the London School of Economics.
His appointment comes at a significant time for Bal Raksha Bharat as the organisation continues to deepen its work in Child health and nutrition, quality education for children, child protection, humanitarian response and partnerships that improve child welfare and development outcomes across India.
Commenting on the transition, Mr. Deepak Kapoor, Former Chairperson of Bal Raksha Bharat, said:
"It has been a privilege to serve Bal Raksha Bharat and contribute to its mission for children over the past nine years. I am proud of the organisation's growth, resilience and impact during this period and am confident that under Dr Trivedi's leadership, BRB will continue to strengthen its contribution to child welfare and create lasting change for children across India."
Speaking on his appointment, Dr. Prajapati Trivedi, Chairperson, Bal Raksha Bharat, said:
"I am honoured to assume the role of Chairperson of Bal Raksha Bharat at a time when the needs and aspirations of India's children require renewed focus and collective action. BRB has built a strong legacy of impact, credibility and partnership. I look forward to working closely with the Governing Council, leadership team, partners and supporters to strengthen the organisation's efforts towards ensuring every child survives, learns, is protected and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential to contribute towards the Journey of Viksit Bharat."
Welcoming Dr. Trivedi, Mr. Santanu Chakraborty, Chief Executive Officer, Bal Raksha Bharat, said:
"We are deeply grateful to Mr Deepak Kapoor for his leadership and guidance during a transformative phase in the organisation's journey. His stewardship helped strengthen our governance, expand strategic partnerships and reinforce our commitment to improving the lives of marginalised children.
We are delighted to welcome Dr. Trivedi as our Chairperson. His extensive experience in governance, public policy and sustainable development, coupled with his understanding of public systems, will be invaluable as we strengthen our programmes, deepen partnerships and accelerate our efforts to create lasting change for children and communities across India."
As Bal Raksha Bharat enters its next chapter, the organisation remains committed to working with governments, communities, institutions and partners to ensure that every child has the opportunity to survive, learn, be protected and thrive.
About Bal Raksha Bharat (Save the Children India)
Bal Raksha Bharat (also known as Save the Children India) is one of India's leading independent child welfare organisations, dedicated to improving the lives of the most vulnerable and marginalised children. For decades, the organisation has impacted the lives of more than 11 million children across the country through programmes focused on health, nutrition, education, child protection, humanitarian response, and economic wellbeing.
Working closely with children and communities, governments, civil society organisations, individual supporters, academic institutions and corporate partners, Bal Raksha Bharat delivers evidence-based programmes that address the immediate and long-term needs of children. The organisation is committed to ensuring that every child survives, learns, is protected and has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
In times of emergencies and humanitarian crises, Bal Raksha Bharat works alongside affected children and their families to provide timely relief, support recovery efforts, and build resilience for the future. Through strategic partnerships work and impact focussed on-ground interventions, the organisation continues to drive sustainable change and advance child welfare outcomes across India.
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