Kumar V Pratap

Joint Secretary (Infra Policy & Finance), DEA, Govt of India (2017-20) | World Bank (2007-11)| Board of Advisors, IIM Lucknow, Government of India

Leadership and Management | Infrastructure/ Real Estate, Energy, Investment

Kumar V Pratap

Biography

Kumar V Pratap, an expert in Infrastructure and Public-Private Partnerships, serves as Member, Board of Advisers, IIM Lucknow. With extensive experience in pivotal roles at the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministry of Finance, and the World Bank, he has shaped seminal policies like asset monetization and competitive bidding of coal blocks. Notable contributions include drafting India's National Infrastructure Pipeline and chairing the Model Concession Agreement for PPPs in Urban Water Supply. A published author and lecturer at prestigious institutions worldwide, including the Indian School of Business and University of Michigan, Kumar has received accolades such as University of Maryland’s John J Sexton Fellowship and Indian Prime Minister's appreciation. His passion for infrastructure development and expertise in finance make him a key figure in shaping India's future.