Our Leadership
A multi-disciplinary team of development professionals, researchers, and specialists driving evidence-based change.
Leadership Team
Meet the visionaries behind IMK Research — leaders with decades of combined experience in public health, social development, and community-driven research.
Dr. Minashree Horo
Co-Founder and Director Programmes
Dr. Minashree Horo is a Public Health Researcher and Health Systems Specialist with a PhD in Social Medicine and Community Health from Jawaharlal Nehru University. With over 10 years of experience in public health research, monitoring & evaluation, and health systems strengthening, she specializes in RMNCH+A, nutrition, and community-based interventions. She has led large-scale studies for clients including The Hans Foundation, Welthungerhilfe, and Aditya Birla Group.
Dr. Ipsha Chaand
Co-Founder and Director Research
Dr. Ipsha Chaand is a public health researcher with 7 years of experience in WASH, RMNCH+A, nutrition, and health systems strengthening. Trained in Social Medicine and Community Health from Jawaharlal Nehru University, she designs mixed-method research to examine health inequities and lived experiences of marginalized populations. A published author of peer-reviewed papers, she uses qualitative methods including NVivo to generate actionable insights for policy and program design.
Dr. Richa Chhabra
Director: Knowledge Management
Dr. Richa Chhabra is a seasoned public health professional with over 24 years of experience, including 17 years in the Government Health Sector. Most recently a Senior Consultant at EY LLP, she has led high-impact projects with the Asian Development Bank, World Bank, and National Health Authority across disability inclusion, nutrition, NCDs, and health financing. She holds a Master's in Public Health from IIHMR Jaipur and a PhD in Management Studies.
Ms. Abha Ekka
Director: New Initiatives and Implementation
Abha Ekka is a development professional and social work leader with over 21 years of experience in program design, management, and policy engagement across India, Africa, and South Asia. Currently pursuing a PhD from TISS Mumbai, she holds a Master's in Social Work from Delhi University. Her expertise spans gender equity, adolescent empowerment, reproductive health, and livelihoods.
Ms. Aditi Dikey
Director : Gender and Policy
Aditi Dikey is a development professional with over two decades of expertise in gender research, knowledge management, and grant acquisition. Holding an M.A. in Critical Gender Studies from Central European University, Budapest and an M.A. in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Aditi has consistently championed gender mainstreaming and policy synthesis. Her extensive career features impactful consulting and leadership roles with esteemed global and national organizations, including UN Women, ActionAid UK, Plan International India, and SCHOOL. Aditi excels in documenting program innovations, mapping grassroots women's rights organizations across South Asia, and producing strategic policy evidence. Dedicated to driving meaningful social change, Aditi combines academic rigor with field experience to influence policy and empower communities.
Ms. Aminara Hazarika
Office Administrator
Ms. Aminara Hazarika has over five years in education administration and early childhood management. She holds a first-class B.A. from Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University, Assam, Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.), and Nursery Teacher Training (NTT). She is the pillar of IMK Research and Consulting Foundation's Backend Operation.
Our Strategic Partners
Expert professionals collaborating with IMK on specialised research and development initiatives.
Dr. Nabanita Borah
Climate Resilience and DevelopmentStrategic Partner
Transdisciplinary researcher with a PhD in Atmospheric Sciences. Expert in climate resilience and development research.
Ms. Dunna Devishree
Quantitative Data AnalyticsStrategic Partner
Doctoral researcher at University of Johannesburg. Expert in systematic reviews and quantitative data analytics.
Ms. Pallavi Kalita
Data Analytics and VisualizationStrategic Partner
TISS graduate with strong expertise in quantitative research, sampling frameworks, and data visualization.
Join Our Mission
We are always looking for passionate researchers, development professionals, and change-makers to join our growing team and affiliate network.