Dr. Depankar Das
Dr. Depankar Das is an Indian economist, businessman, and public leader based in Kolkata, West Bengal. He serves as the Chairman of the Astavinayak Group of Companies, a diversified enterprise operating in finance, infrastructure, and corporate management. He is also recognized for his active involvement in national councils dedicated to human rights, anti-corruption initiatives, consumer protection, and ethical media practices.
Early Life
Born on 3 May 1981 in Kolkata, West Bengal, Dr. Depankar Das grew up in a family that valued education and public service. His father, Babu Das, served as a government employee at the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC), and his mother, Krishna Das, is a homemaker. Their guidance instilled in him a strong sense of discipline and community leadership.
Education
Dr. Das completed his education at some of the most respected institutions in Kolkata:
- Class 10 – Barisha Vivekananda High School
- Class 12 – Barisha Sarsuna High School
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) – Behala College
- Master of Science (M.Sc) – University of Calcutta
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Bangalore University in Economics and Company Management
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Bangalore University
His academic foundation combines economic theory with corporate management principles, equipping him to excel in both business and public policy.
Career
After completing his studies, Dr. Das founded the Astavinayak Group of Companies to pursue his vision of sustainable economic development through innovation and entrepreneurship. Under his leadership, the group has diversified into finance, real estate, infrastructure, and consulting services, focusing on ethical growth and social impact.
National Appointments and Leadership Roles
Dr. Depankar Das has been entrusted with several key national responsibilities for his contribution to social justice, media ethics, and citizen rights. As of 2024, his designations include:
- National Vice President (Public Grievances) – All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties and Social Justice (Valid 04-11-2024 to 03-11-2025)
- Deputy Director (Information) – National Council of News and Broadcasting (Valid 04-11-2024 to 03-11-2025)
- State President – All India Anti-Corruption Council (Valid 04-11-2024 to 03-11-2025)
- State President – All India Consumer Protection Council (Valid 04-11-2024 to 03-11-2025)
These appointments demonstrate his commitment to human rights advocacy, freedom of speech, and ethical governance in India and abroad.
Achievements
- Chairman of Astavinayak Group of Companies – Leading operations in finance, infrastructure, and corporate consulting.
- Appointed National Vice President (Public Grievances) by the All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties and Social Justice (Delhi).
- Appointed Deputy Director (Information) by the National Council of News and Broadcasting (Delhi).
- Appointed State President for the All India Anti-Corruption Council.
- Appointed State President for the All India Consumer Protection Council.
- Recognized for promoting ethical governance, transparency, and corporate responsibility.
- Awarded multiple honors for his work in human rights protection, public grievance redressal, and media ethics.
- Actively contributing to policy frameworks that strengthen citizen rights and social justice initiatives in India.
Public Service and Advocacy
Dr. Das is deeply committed to promoting awareness on human rights, freedom of expression, and consumer protection. He frequently engages in seminars and forums focused on:
- Anti-corruption measures and ethical governance
- Human rights and social justice awareness
- Media freedom and responsible news reporting
- Consumer education and legal rights
Personal Life
Dr. Depankar Das is married to Priyadarshini Das Majumder, an advocate practicing in the High Court. He resides at Urbana NRI Complex, Tower-5, Flat No-2004, 783 Anandapur Road, Kolkata – 700107.
Contact and Social Media
- Website: www.astavinayakgroups.com
- Facebook: depankarcesc@gmail.com (registered profile)