Akash Gharde

Public Health Professional with 5+ years of experience in implementing and managing National TB Elimination Program (NTEP) at district level. Currently serving as District Program Manager, leading large-scale TB screening, Active Case Finding (ACF), and treatment linkage initiatives. Experienced in conducting mobile TB screening using portable X-ray units across rural and tribal areas, with 160+ camps conducted and 15,000+ individuals screened, enabling early detection and diagnosis of 90+ TB cases.

Strong coordination with government stakeholders including DTO, STS, STLS and Block Level Officer's to ensure effective program implementation and Nikshay reporting. Skilled in program operations, team supervision, data-driven decision-making, and monitoring key performance indicators. Committed to strengthening community-based health systems and contributing to TB elimination goals.

District Program Manager (DPM) at Ashakalp Healthcare Associations (2025-01 – Present)

• Developed and implemented district micro-plans for TB screening, village prioritization, and resource allocation
• Led Active Case Finding (ACF) and portable X-ray based screening campaigns across multiple blocks.
• Coordinated with doctors for X-ray interpretation and diagnostic confirmation.
• Conducted 160+ community-based screening camps, covering 15,000+ individuals
• Enabled early detection and diagnosis of 90+ TB cases through mobile X-ray screening.
• Strengthened coordination with District TB Officer (DTO) and medical officers for referral and treatment initiation
• Supervised TBHV, STS, STLS, MO, Block level officer's and field teams to achieve program targets
• Ensured timely and accurate reporting through Nikshay portal with high data quality
• Conducted district review meetings, trainings, and capacity-building sessions for field staff
• Monitored key indicators including screening coverage, case detection, and treatment outcomes
• Ensured availability of TB drugs, diagnostics, and logistics at health facilities

District Program Manager (PMTPT Program) at Ashakalp Healthcare Associations (2023-04 – 2025-01)

• Managed implementation of Preventive TB Treatment (PMTPT) program at district level.
• Led identification and follow-up of eligible TB contacts for preventive therapy.
• Coordinated with health facilities for screening, counselling, and treatment initiation.
• Monitored program performance indicators and ensured timely reporting.
• Conducted trainings and review meetings for field teams.
• Supported community awareness initiatives for TB prevention.
• Ensuring proper drug supply and adherence monitoring.

PO Coordinator at Salam Mumbai Foundation (2021-02 – 2022-03)

• Assist to implement Tobacco Control Free Maharashtra Campaign With team.
• To work in coordination with social worker in carrying out outreach activities.
• Effective use of visual materials likes posters, postcards, manuals.
• To conduct training, advocacy programmes, school programmes and monitoring visit for ensuring.
• Information, Education & Communication (IEC) activities.
• Supported implementation of Tobacco Control programs across schools and communities.
• Coordinated with stakeholders for effective program execution.
• Monitored compliance with tobacco control laws.

Program Manager (Consultant) at Ashakalp Healthcare Association (2019-11 – 2020-12)

• Supervised community health workers and monitored performance
• Take Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports from the CHW and submit to DPM.
• Managed coordination with district and block-level health officials
• Maintain ACF data in the prescribed Application of AHA, called ATMA on a regular basis.
• Supported training of ASHA workers and field staff
• Ensured achievement of case detection and treatment adherence targets

Provider (CHW) at Ashakalp Healthcare Association (2018-10 – 2019-10)

• Conducted Active Case Finding and sputum collection
• Facilitated TB patient notification and treatment initiation
• Performed counselling, contact tracing, and adherence follow-up
• Maintained program data and reports
• Educate the community about TB.
• Maintain ACF data in the prescribed Application of AHA, called ATMA on a regular basis.

MSW in Social Work – RTM Nagpur University

BA – YCM Open University

Diploma in Electrical Engineering in Electrical Engineering – MSBTE

HSC in Science – Maharashtra Board

SSC in Marathi – Maharashtra Board

MS-CIT – MSBTE Mumbai