Shri Hemang Jani is an experienced professional in public policy, governance and innovation systems. For the past 18 years, he has worked towards improving public service delivery through technology, designing national innovation frameworks, applying technology and innovation in governance, and enabling private sector development at state, federal and international levels.

Before joining as the Secretary of the Capacity Building Commission, he worked as a Senior Private Sector Specialist at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington DC, USA. He has also worked with the Government of India, as an Officer on Special Duty (Knowledge and Innovation) in the Prime Minister’s office. During this time, he conceived and created Atal Innovation Mission.

Before moving to the development sector, he spent a few years with leading consulting firms. He regularly engages in poetry, photography, reading and traveling to stay self-motivated!