New Delhi: Bal Raksha Bharat (Save the Children, India), a prominent child welfare organization, has appointed Santanu Chakraborty as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 18, 2024. He succeeds Sudarshan Suchi in this role.
Santanu brings over 25 years of experience in child rights, development, and humanitarian response. He has dedicated thirteen years to Bal Raksha Bharat, working at both field and national levels. His commitment to advancing children’s rights and addressing the needs of the most vulnerable is well recognized. Santanu is particularly noted for his strategic decision-making, program development, and ability to foster partnerships.
Announcing the appointment, Deepak Kapoor, Chairperson, Bal Raksha Bharat said, “Santanu Chakraborty has been an integral part of Bal Raksha Bharat for 13 years, serving in various leadership roles, most recently steering Program Strategy & Impact. With a deep understanding of our values and strategic vision, Santanu is poised to lead the organization into its next phase of growth and innovation.
“I am truly honoured to step into the role of CEO at Bal Raksha Bharat, an organization that has dedicated itself to the welfare of children across India. Together with our dedicated team, I look forward to building on the strong foundation Sudarshan has laid, and I am committed to driving our mission forward” stated Santanu.
