Jibdas Sahu

Jibdas Sahu is a development professional with PRADAN, currently based in Ranchi, Jharkhand. He holds an M.Sc. in Agricultural Extension from Visva-Bharati University (1995) and began his career with PRADAN in Kathikund, Dumka. Briefly exposed to the corporate sector, Jibdas chose to dedicate his career to working with poor tribal families—especially women in the Santhal Pargana region—focusing on livelihoods through improved agriculture, INRM practices, and scaling sectoral initiatives like tasar, poultry, and post-cocoon activities.