Bord Of Advisers

Board of Advisers

Leadership

Shail Rai

Co-Founder

Shail Rai leads Panaya Consulting Partners LLP with extensive experience in development consulting, community engagement and institutional strengthening. As a primary architect of the firm’s growth, she oversees Panaya’s multi-sector advisory engagements, ensuring that every project is executed with analytical rigor and strategic foresight.

Her leadership is defined by her ability to maintain critical relationships with government agencies and development partners, serving as a trusted bridge between complex policy design and effective implementation. She is dedicated to fostering a culture of excellence and driving the firm to deliver evidence-based solutions that address the most pressing challenges in the development landscape today.

Dibya Rai

Partner

Dibya Rai is a driving force behind the operational integrity and mission‑centric approach of Panaya Consulting Partners LLP. With a profound background in managing complex, large-scale advisory projects, she focuses on transforming theoretical frameworks into tangible, sustainable impacts on the ground.

Her expertise lies in navigating the nuances of multi stakeholder environments, ensuring that Panaya’s interventions are both inclusive and highly effective. She is committed to the principle that true progress is achieved through resilient systems and empowered communities. By aligning organizational strategy with grassroots realities, she ensures that Panaya remains at the forefront of driving equitable and scalable transformation across all sectors of engagement.

Dr. D. K. Bhalla

Principal Advisor

Dr. D.K. Bhalla joins Panaya Consulting Partners LLP as a cornerstone of our strategic advisory, bringing the unparalleled prestige of a 1986-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. Having served at the apex of India’s administrative hierarchy—most notably as the Secretary of the Lok Sabha Secretariat—Dr. Bhalla infuses Panaya with a deep, insider understanding of the nation’s legislative and governance frameworks.

At Panaya, Dr. Bhalla serves as the ultimate bridge between complex policy design and executive reality. Nationalnsive experience, ranging from advising the Government of Nagaland to leading national resilience efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, empowers Panaya to deliver solutions that are both visionary and administratively sound. He acts as a senior mentor and strategist, ensuring that our institutional strengthening and development projects are aligned with the highest standards of public service and ethical governance. Through his guidance, Panaya transforms high-level policy into measurable impact. Dr. Bhalla’s legacy of dedication and his role allows our firm to navigate multifaceted regulatory landscapes with precision. His presence ensures that every Panaya engagement is backed by the wisdom of a seasoned administrator, making us a formidable partner for governments and institutions seeking sustainable, large-scale transformation.

Our Technical Experts

Our multi-disciplinary team includes domain specialists across various sectors.

Arjun Singh

Lead - MSME Development & Entrepreneurship

Priya Sharma

Director - Financial Inclusion & Community Empowerment

Rajiv Mehta

Head - Livelihoods & Rural Development

Anjali Gupta

Specialist - Agriculture & Allied Sectors

Vikram Kumar

Lead - Skill Development & Training

Sara Khan

Social Development & Community Mobilization

Let’s Build the Future Together

At Panaya Consulting Partners LLP, we deliver innovative, data-driven solutions across financial services, urban development, ESG, and public sector transformation—helping governments and institutions create sustainable, inclusive, and impactful growth.

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