Geeta Batra’s Historic Appointment to the World Bank’s GEF

• Geeta Batra, a distinguished Indian economist, has been appointed as the Director of the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO) of the World Bank’s Global Environment Facility (GEF). This appointment marks a significant milestone, as Batra becomes the first woman from a developing country to assume this prestigious role.

• As the Director of the IEO at the GEF, Batra will play a crucial role in shaping the direction of global environmental policies and projects. Her responsibilities will include overseeing the evaluation of the GEF’s projects and programs, ensuring that they meet the highest standards of effectiveness and sustainability. With her at the helm, the IEO is expected to further its mission of promoting environmental health and sustainability through rigorous evaluation and strategic guidance.

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Published date : 26 Feb 2024 05:24PM