Mr. Majid Khan
Lead TSU
As the leader of the Technical Support Unit, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring its integration within the VAAGDHARA ecosystem, providing technical and managerial excellence to field-level teams. The unit focuses on maintaining the technical quality of various thematic interventions. His responsibilities extend to facilitating collaborative work with thematic experts, applying innovative, sustainable, and efficient approaches to interventions across programs undertaken by different units of Vaagdhara and its partners. With over 13 years of multifaceted experience in Social and Community Development, he contributes significantly to partnership development, program design, technical assistance, implementation, liaison, networking, and team management. In his 7-year tenure with the organization, he has been instrumental in its expansion. His educational background includes an MBA in NGO Management and a PGP in Rural Development, reflecting his commitment to a comprehensive skill set.
Madhu Singh
Education & Development Swaraj Expert
She has had great exposure to school leadership, early childhood, and elementary education. Her 20 years of expertise demonstrates essential skills in her role as an education and development expert in the technical support unit of VAAGDHARA, she comes with an enthusiastic, innovative, and solution-based approach to improving the education status of tribal children, their growth, and development & ensuring their rights. She is also responsible for increasing understanding of education in a combination of traditional and modern knowledge her widespread background supports to enrich the technical aspects of the team members. Academically, she has earned a Master's in Sociology and is currently dedicated to advancing her knowledge in Psychology.
Mr. Manish Kumar Dixit
Water, Vegetation and Livestock Swaraj Expert
In the Technical Support Unit of the organization, he serves as a Water, Vegetation, and Livestock Swaraj Expert, providing crucial technical information and support to the team. He focuses on recommending water-efficient irrigation methods and promoting quality drinking water at the community level. Additionally, he acts as a technical expert for livestock management and community-based nutrition mechanisms. His overarching goal is to contribute to the establishment of Water, Vegetation, and Livestock Swaraj in the Tribal Tri-Junction of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat states. With a rich background of over 16 years in community-based organizations such as WaterAid, AKDN, CARD, and Samarthan, he has contributed to grant-supported programs by entities like the Hindustan Unilever Foundation, UNICEF, and state government initiatives. His work experience spans Community Rights, the Forest Rights Act, Water and Sanitation, Health and Nutrition, and Child Rights (POCSO Act). He holds a Master's degree in Social Work from DAVV University (M.P.).
Mr. Prabhulal Garasiya
Tribal Culture & Knowledge Swaraj Expert
Operating as a representative of the local tribal community, he fulfills the role of a Tribal Culture & Knowledge Swaraj Expert within the organization's Technical Support Unit. Demonstrating adept skills in community mobilization related to tribal culture, practices, and knowledge, he collaborates closely with community-based organizations to revitalize cultural practices and enhance tribal knowledge within the community. With an extensive 27-year background, he has actively engaged with farmer communities, children, and women through diverse programs while being an integral part of various grassroots organizations. Over the past 14 years, he has played a crucial role within the current organization. His educational background includes completing Higher Secondary education.
Mr. Mangi Lal Prajapat
Seed and Soil Swaraj Expert
Mangilal Prajapat holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and brings over 14 years of grassroots development experience with tribal communities across Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat. As a member of VAAGDHARA’s Technical Support Unit (TSU), his role has evolved across key thematic areas—beginning with education and child development, transitioning into health and nutrition, and currently serving as the Seed and Soil Swaraj Expert. In his present role, he provides technical leadership on indigenous seed conservation, soil health restoration, climate-resilient agroecological farming, and revival of traditional agricultural practices to strengthen seed sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, and community-led ecological resilience. Prior to VAAGDHARA, he worked with organizations such as Pratham Education Foundation, FEGG, and Sampark Foundation, contributing to grassroots and government-supported development programmes.
Srishti Masih
Education Swaraj Expert
Srishti Masih is a development professional with a Master’s degree in Social Work and over three years of experience in the education sector. As a Program Facilitator – Education Swaraj Expert at VAAGDHARA, she works to strengthen child-centric learning and community participation through initiatives such as the Baal Swaraj Samuh.
Her work focuses on promoting experiential learning, life skills, gender equality, health awareness, and leadership among children and adolescents. She facilitates learning processes that connect education with environment, agriculture, and skill development, enabling children to apply knowledge in practical ways and actively participate in shaping their future.
Through her experience and commitment, she contributes to VAAGDHARA’s vision of Swaraj by creating opportunities for children to learn, grow, and thrive.