Published: 2nd Nov, 2023
Context:
Deenanath Rajput, a former engineer who transitioned into social work, received the prestigious Second Rohini Nayyar Prize for his exceptional dedication to rural development.
Key Points:
- Deenanath Rajput received the Second Rohini Nayyar Prize for his remarkable work in empowering tribal women in Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
- The prize was presented by N K Singh, Chairman of the Fifteenth Finance Commission. The jury panel included Dr. Ashok Khosla, Dr. Rajesh Tandon, Renana Jhabvala, and Professor Seeta Prabhu.
About the Award -
- The award, commemorating the late economist-administrator Dr. Rohini Nayyar, included a trophy, a citation, and a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh.
About Deenanath Rajput's Work-
- He started with a team of three and expanded to 52, focusing on providing agricultural extension services to women farmers and establishing cold storage infrastructure.
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