Prof. Ashwani Saith

Prof. Ashwani Saith
Hon. Professor

Introduction:

Dr. Ashwani Kumar is a research professional with an academic background and extensive expertise in socio-economic and human development research. With a remarkable 17-year tenure as Associate Fellow at the Institute for Human Development (IHD), Eastern Regional Centre, Ranchi. He has significantly contributed to both research and administrative aspects.

Education:

• D. in Economics from VBU, Hazaribag, Jharkhand
• A. in Rural Studies (Rural Management and Development) from Patna University, Patna
• PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application) from the Lalit Narayan Mishra Institute of Economic Development and Social Change, Patna
• Sc. Honours in Mathematics from Magadh University, Bodh Gaya

Professional Experience:

Dr. Kumar’s career at IHD is marked by unwavering dedication to addressing socio-economic and human development challenges, particularly in tribal areas, across Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal.

Research Leadership:

• Conducted over 50 research and action research projects, funded by national and international organizations.
• Expertise covers diverse topics, including labour migration, rural development, poverty alleviation, livelihood, education, health, and nutrition.

Program Management:

• Proficient in managing media, financial transactions, and budgeting at IHD’s Eastern Regional Centre.
• Instrumental in operational planning and management alongside the director.
• Key coordinator, facilitating collaborations with government, NGOs, and private institutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills in conducting seminars, conferences, workshops, and training programs.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in data analysis tools like SPSS, Advanced Excel, and SQL.
• Skilled in developing questionnaires using KOBO Toolbox and Google Survey forms.
• Extensive experience in digital data collection and analysis, including platform administration, questionnaire creation, field data collection, scrutiny, data cleaning, and mining.

Publication and Presentation:

• Published 9 research articles in reputable journals and contributed to an edited book.
• Presented 10 research papers at various seminars and conferences.
• Active participation in conferences, seminars, workshops, and training sessions.

Invited Lecture/Expert:

• Delivered invited lectures at Academic Staff College, HRDC, Ranchi University, and the Department of PMIR, Patna University, Patna.
• Served as an Area Expert from a Research Organization for board of studies meetings at Amity University, Ranchi.

 
Membership:

• Life member of the Indian Society for Labour Economics, the Indian Economic Association, and the Economic Association of Bihar.
• Currently Executive Committee member of the Indian Society for Labour Economics.

Key Achievements:

• His outstanding contributions encompass socio-economic research and action research, notably in areas like labour migration, rural development, poverty alleviation, livelihood, education, health, and nutrition.
• His pivotal role in shaping the research agenda at IHD has addressed critical development challenges in eastern India.
• His unwavering commitment to quality research and program management has earned him respect as a prominent figure in the field.
• His extensive experience, academic credentials, and dedication to socio-economic and human development research make him a valuable asset to any research institution or project.