Dr Rakesh Kumar

Trained physician, senior bureaucrat & policy-maker, passionate development practitioner and global health expert. (Views expressed are personal)..

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

I had a privilege of interacting with the young vibrant minds; the participants of IIM Bangalore EPGP (One Year Full Time MBA Programme) at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, on 29th July 2021. I took them through the impressive journey in heal…https://t.co/61RifHcY8P

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

@IndiaKigali @WadhwaniAI Wadhwani AI Global is grateful for all your efforts in making this event a grand success.

[India in Rwanda (High Commission of India, Kigali) @IndiaKigali]

The High Commission of India, in collaboration with @WadhwaniAI, organized the “AI for Impact Global South Forum” on 21 January 2026 in Kigali. The event was a prelude to the India AI Impact Summit 2026 being organized by the Government of India from 16-20 February 2026 in New Delhi. It brought together around 60 leaders, policymakers, development partners, and innovators working in the AI and related sectors.

Hon'ble MoS for ICT and Innovation of Rwanda, @yves_Iradukunda graced the event as the Guest of Honor. In his keynote address, he emphasized that Africa’s success in AI depends on deliberate investments in human capital and use cases that unlock impact. He also called for Africa as a whole to come together, to leverage the power of a connected, youthful continent to solve shared problems and challenges.

In his remarks, High Commissioner @IFS_Mridu said that while AI was advancing rapidly across the world, most global AI conversations were still shaped by contexts very different from those of the Global South. He called for redoubling our efforts to ensure that there was no AI divide in terms of absence of computing power, models, resources and talent. He also emphasised that the Government of India has endeavored to democratize AI, bridge AI divide, and utilize the transformative potential of AI for the benefit of one and all.

The event also included a panel discussion "AI for Our Realities - How Rwanda and India are designing context-led innovation: Lessons and the way forward" , moderated by Mr. Nakul Jain, CEO, Wadhwani AI Global with panelists such as @DrAdelakin Olivier Twagirayezu, Director of Rwanda AI Scaling Hub, @c4ir_rw, Mr. Nasser Kanesa, Head of Public Sector Innovation, @giz_rwanda, @TonySebera

The High Commission thanks Ministry of ICT & Innovation, Government of Rwanda @RwandaICT , @UNICEF @UNFPA @UNDP and the panelists for their kind support in organizing the event.

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#IndiaAIImpactSummit2026 #AIforGood #PeoplePlanetProgress #ResponsibleAI

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

@AnilAgarwal_Ved I'm deeply saddened to hear about the demise of your beloved son, who was a shining star and your pillar of strength. May his pious soul rest in peace, and may Almighty provide strength to the bereaved family members to bear this irreparable loss. Our deepest condolences!🙏🙏

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Engaging and decisive meetings with the Govt of Ethiopia, including HE Minister of Innovation and Technology, Dr Bayissa Bedada, HE Minister of Agriculture, Mr Addisu Arega and Indian Ambassador Anil Rai,
@GoI_MeitY @NITIAayog @MoA_Ethiopia @MinistryofInno2

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

It is always a privilege to interact with the young civil servants/officials at Dr. RS Tolia Academy of Administration, Nainital. An investment to reap the fruits of demographic dividend in India! #rstuaa #ukpsc #UPSC #Uttarakhand #bpsc #lbsnaa @LtGenGurmit @pushkardhami

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Honored to have been the keynote speaker on SDGs at One World Summit organized by Global Health Alliance.@UN @HaoliangXu @PMOIndia @NITIAayog @MoHFW_INDIA @LtGenGurmit @pushkardhami @RajayNarain @MoHRwanda @MOH_Kenya @FMoHealth @DrTedros @UNICEF @NigeriaGov @ADB_HQ @WorldBank

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Earlier this month, I embarked on a mission to Ethiopia Rwanda and Kenya under the aegis of Wadhwani AI-Global to study the AI ecosystem. These countries are set to leafrog in their endeavors @govt_kenya @PMEthiopia @RwandaGov @un @UNDP @UNICEF @gatesfoundation @WHO @AfDB_Group

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Chaired a session on Malnutrition at the World Health Summit Regional Meeting held at Delhi. With one-third of the global burden of malnourished children, we need to focus on the 'First 1000 Days of life' approach in India.@MoHFW_INDIA @NITIAayog @pushkardhami @LtGenGurmit

[Dakshin – Global South Centre of Excellence @DakshinNews]

@Sachin_Chat @gsachdevajnu @RIS_NewDelhi @monika_koc56097 @MoHFW_INDIA @DrRkumar92 @ajay_ajaykhera @safaathahmed @JNU_official_50 @euromesco @EngenderHealth Dr Rakesh Kumar, former Jt Secretary, @MoHFW_INDIA discussed Mission Indradhanush (Mission Rainbow), which aims to combat 7 preventable diseases through seven vaccines. He mentioned that we should prioritise behaviour change communication in order to improve immunization reach.

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

I had very engaging sessions with the officer trainees of Bihar Administrative Service and UKPCS at ATI Nainital, where I highlighted the need for innovative governance with a sharper focus on implementation @pushkardhami @LtGenGurmit @UKPSCOFFICIAL @LBSNAA_Official @BPSCOffice

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

I had an interactive session with the newly inducted bureaucrats of Uttarakhand at ATI, Nainital. Highlighted their role as change agents and the need for innovations, and use of technology and AI, in making Uttarakhand the numero uno state of India. @pushkardhami @LtGenGurmit

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

A sensitive business tycoon and philanthropic icon whose contributions to nation-building are unparalleled. A 'Ratan' in true sense, he deserves Bharat Ratna. His passing is a colossal loss to India and the world. May his soul rest in peace!
@PMOIndia @TataCompanies #RatanTata

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Digital and AI solutions can prove to be gamechangers in shaping the CPHC agenda through Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. @MoHFW_INDIA @PMOIndia @NITIAayog @JPNadda @AyushmanNHA @GoI_MeitY @usaid_india @pushkardhami
@bsindia @UNinIndia @WHOSEARO @BillGates

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[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

We have robust learnings from Polio Eradication Program and Mission Indradhanush to tackle the problem of Zero Dose vaccination in 143 districts across 11 states in India.@PMOIndia @MoHFW_INDIA @NITIAayog @JPNadda @gavi @UNICEFIndia @WHOSEARO @usaid_india

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Had a privilege of participating in RJ Governor's Advisory Board meeting at Jaipur, and drew his attention for heightened focus on tribal health. @KalrajMishra @LtGenGurmit @MoHFW_INDIA @NITIAayog @WHOSEARO @UNICEFIndia @usaid_india @TribalAffairsIn @nhm_rajasthan

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Had a privilege of interacting with young UK Judicial Service Officers, and Bihar Administrative Service Officers at Dr RS Tolia Academy of Administration, Nainital while dwelling deeper into innovative governance, sustainable development and health policies & programs in India.

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Co-authored an op-ed with Dr Laharia on EPI highlighting the progress made so far and the need for adult vaccines in India, on the 50th anniversary of EPI.
@MoHFW_INDIA @NITIAayog @UNICEF @WHOSEARO @USAID @BMGFIndia @DrLahariya @LtGenGurmit @drSaimaWazed

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

Had a privilege of participating in the summit- 'Sangam' at IITB and the session 'highlighting the role of government in policy-making and last mile delivery of healthcare services'. I presented the role of govts, UN agencies in setting the agenda and last mile service delivery.

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

@RajayNarain @ISNkidneycare @BSHeartFailure @BritishCardioSo @Heart_BMJ @DiabetesUK @ABCDiab @Kidney_Research @goKDIGO @ASNKidney @TheGHFHeart Heartiest congratulations, Rajay! You are a star 🌟

[Dr Rakesh Kumar @DrRkumar92]

WISH organized the 'Future Forward' conclave on Comprehensive Primary Healthcare and deliberated on the strategies to bolster its implementation. @MoHFW_INDIA @NITIAayog @BMGFIndia @usaid_india @ShombiSharp @AparnaaSomanath @luigiaquino111 @YFThomasPhD @anayyar1 @RajayNarain