CURRENT AFFAIRS

2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who has been appointed as new Chief Executive Officer & Director of Microfinance Institutions Network?
A
Faruukh Roshan
B
Harsh Shrivastava
C
Alok Misra
D
Ravi Bhatia
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Misra takes over from the present CEO, Harsh Shrivastava, who has decided to move on after over 2 years at MFIN. Dr. Alok Misra has 28 years of professional experience in international development, rural finance, microfinance, inclusive finance, and research at both policy and implementation levels.

Detailed explanation-2: -Alok Misra - CEO & Director - Microfinance Institutions Network (MFIN) | LinkedIn.

Detailed explanation-3: -On being re-elected, Mr Devesh Sachdev said, “I am thankful to the fraternity for re-electing me as the Chairperson of MFIN. This will allow us to sustain the momentum that we have built over the last year and continue to pursue our objectives.

Detailed explanation-4: -He was also involved in the making of India’s 12th plan during his tenure with Planning Commission as a consultant. Speaking on the appointment, Rakesh Dubey, President, MFIN, said, “We welcome Mr. Harsh Shrivastava as the new CEO of MFIN.

Detailed explanation-5: -Alok Mishra - Additional Director General (Media & Communication) Government of India - Government of India | LinkedIn.

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