About Speaker
Dr. Sarwar Khan

Biography

Dr. Sarwar Khan, from the Drabhanga district of Bihar, is currently working in the Azim Premji Foundation Bihar Team. With a background in medicine, he has devoted nearly two decades to serving the public health and development sector in Bihar.

Throughout his journey, Dr. Khan has had the privilege of working with respected organizations such as UNICEF, Care India, the Department of Health Government of Bihar, and Azim Premji Foundation. His experiences range from grassroots initiatives to policymaking platforms, giving him a well-rounded perspective on the social sector.

Currently, Dr. Khan is actively engaged in the Civil Society Organization ecosystem of Bihar, continuously learning and contributing to its development. He proudly identifies as a "24 carat Bihar," having spent all 43 years of his life in the state, striving to make a positive impact in his own small ways through various platforms.

Dr. Sarwar Khan

Dr. Sarwar Khan

Azim Premji Foundation, Bihar Team

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