The India Partnership for Early Learning (IPEL), backed by USAID and executed by CARE USA and KPMG India, has been making strides in enhancing foundational literacy and numeracy outcomes across Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and segments of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi. In this dialogue moderated by Narayanan Ramaswamy from KPMG India, Dr. Geeta Verma of IPEL, Anita Naudiyal from MCD South Zone, and Satish Menon from USAID delve into the ongoing programs and their outcomes.

About the Speakers:
Dr. Geeta Verma, Chief of Party, India Partnership for Early Learning, CARE USA. Geeta Verma is a passionate advocate for education, with nearly two decades of experience leading innovative programs that empower children, adolescents, and communities. During her 16 years with CARE India, Geeta has conceptualized and guided large-scale school education programs that address the holistic needs of marginalized children in several Indian states. Her core focus is early childhood development, foundational learning, and evidence-based practice. Additionally, she tackles issues of adolescent empowerment, gender gaps, migration, and the economics of education. Follow Dr. Geeta Verma on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/geeta-verma-23723438

Satish Menon, Development Partnership Specialist, USAID/India. As the lead for partnerships and innovations at USAID/India, Satish collaborates with a diverse range of stakeholders, including the private sector, foundations, impact investors, academia, and NGOs, to develop, test, and scale up development programs across various sectors in India. With over two decades of experience in leadership and technical roles within the development sector, Satish has delivered over 300 projects spanning diverse industries. Prior to his current role, Satish held strategic positions at Philips Healthcare, Ernst & Young, KPMG, Fortis Healthcare, and Max Healthcare.
Follow Satish Menon on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/satishmenon65

Anita Naudiyal is the Deputy Director of Education in the MCD South Zone. With over 28 years in the government education sector, her journey has yielded rich and diverse experiences in academics, sports education, and administration. Before joining the MCD Education Department in 2003, Anita served as a teacher in the Directorate of Education for the national capital territory of Delhi for a decade. She holds a Masters in Physical Education from the Lakshmi Bai National College of Physical Education, Gwalior.

Narayanan Ramaswamy, Head of Education and Skill Development, Government and Public Services, KPMG India. With over 25 years of experience in education and TVET consulting, Narayanan's influence on education policy is significant, as he serves on committees for the New Education Policy and the Pawar Committee for Technology in Education. Additionally, Narayanan sits on the Board of Studies for two prominent private universities and represents KPMG in various industry forums such as CII and FICCI. At KPMG India, Narayanan Ramaswamy directs a team of over 60 professionals focused on Education and Skills, working across India, SAARC, the Middle East, and African regions. Follow Narayanan Ramaswamy on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/narayanan-ramaswamy-241745

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