Raigarh, Chhattisgarh: Padam Narayan Patel, a professional associated with social welfare, health services, and rural development initiatives, has been nominated for the Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman (BSRS), to be presented as part of the India Republic Times – Leadership Conclave Mumbai 2026.
The nomination recognises Patel’s professional association with government health programmes, his experience in rural welfare-related activities, and his interest in community development. His work has involved public health administration, field-level coordination, information management, and participation in development programmes connected with rural communities.
Patel has worked with the District MARKFED Office in Raigarh and the National Health Mission under the Chief Medical and Health Officer’s office in Raigarh. His professional responsibilities have included field visits, data management, online information systems, and administrative support for health-related programmes.
His experience with the National Health Mission includes work involving online data systems, health management information systems, and hospital administration. These responsibilities have given him exposure to the importance of accurate information, coordination, and effective implementation in public health services.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, Patel has expressed an interest in social service and rural development programmes. He has also been associated with Jai Chhattisgarh Nav Srijan Samiti, Raigarh, reflecting his involvement with community-oriented activities.
One of the areas mentioned in his professional profile is work connected with rural agriculture programmes. His experience includes association with the Chhattisgarh MARKFED programme involving paddy-related activities under a government food programme. Such exposure highlights the connection between administrative work, rural livelihoods, and public welfare initiatives.
Patel’s academic background further complements his professional experience. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree, a Master of Arts in Political Science, and a Master of Social Work. He has also completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Human Resource and Marketing Management. In addition, he possesses qualifications in library and information science, computer applications, and pharmacy.
His combination of education and professional experience has helped him develop an understanding of administration, social work, information technology, and public service systems. These areas are relevant to the functioning of health and rural development programmes, where coordination and access to information play an important role.
The Bharat Shreshtha Ratna Sanman nomination brings attention to Patel’s journey across government-linked services, social welfare activities, and rural development interests. It also highlights the value of professionals who contribute to public-oriented programmes through administrative, technical, and field-level responsibilities.
The India Republic Times – Leadership Conclave Mumbai 2026 is expected to provide a platform for recognising individuals from different professional and social backgrounds. Through the BSRS nomination, Patel’s work and interests in health services, social welfare, and rural development have received recognition at the nomination stage.
With his experience in government health programmes, multiple academic qualifications, and continued interest in community welfare, Padam Narayan Patel represents a professional profile shaped by public service, administration, and rural development-related activities.
The nomination marks an important moment in his professional journey and places focus on his contributions and interests in areas that are closely connected with the welfare and development of rural communities.



