ManoRaksha
Founder, 2018-Present (Onsite)
ManoRaksha is a data-driven, research-anchored Public Health–MHPSS and operations agency redefining the future of psychological wellbeing and behavioural transformation. Founded by Prof. Rajawat, the organisation is rooted in scientific precision and human compassion, operating at the intersection of behavioural health, policy integration, and evidence-based intervention systems.
The organisation brings together licensed psychologists, certified therapists, collaborating psychiatrists, and a trained multidisciplinary team, adhering to DSM, ICD, NAHP, and international clinical standards to ensure ethical, accurate, and outcome-oriented care, not only in clinical cases but also in enabling growth and maintaining a competitive edge.
ManoRaksha partners with government bodies, corporates, CSR divisions, skill-mission institutions, and global educational organisations.
Expertise and Intervention Domains
Evidence-based de-addiction and rehabilitation
Business Intelligence and OSINT
Growth programs with measurable ROI
Strategic, data-backed corporate psychosocial interventions
Rehabilitation services for mental health and psychosocial support
Digital and tele-mental health
AI-assisted brain optimisation and comfortable BCI UX for brain-controlled devices
Research on Brain TechX and operations
All services are delivered with strict confidentiality and cultural sensitivity across diverse populations.
🌍 Social Commitment: ManoRaksha for Bharat
Beyond corporate environments, ManoRaksha actively serves marginalised communities across India.
Pro-bono MHPSS initiatives focus on:
• Denotified Tribes (DNT)
• Tribal women working as FSWs, with support including:
Access to government schemesPsychoeducationAlternative livelihood pathwaysPsychosocial rehabilitation
Under the leadership of Prof. Rajawat, ManoRaksha is guided by the belief that mental wellbeing is a universal right, not a privilege and therefore must be universal, equitable, and accessible.
HealthSysTech
Advisor to CoFounder, Nov 2025- Present (Remote)
Prof. Rajawat serves to advise overseeing strategy development as well as Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) across programs spanning the United States, South-East Asia, and South Asia.
YGROO - A Social Enterprise
Corporate Trainer, Singapore & India, Oct 2025 - Present (Onsite)
Prof. Rajawat serves as a Freelance Corporate Trainer with YGROO, a Singapore-based Private Limited Company, where he designs and delivers transformative programs integrating leadership and behavioural science.
His sessions empower professionals to strengthen communication, emotional intelligence, high-impact leadership, soft skills, personality development, future-ready productivity, and strategic thinking enabling the development of resilient, high-performing teams and purpose-driven leaders for the modern corporate world.
Sangath India
Psychologist & Comms. Lead- Madhya Pradesh, Jan 2025-Sept 2025, (Onsite-FT)
PRESENCE Project
In the PRESENCE project, we lead transformative adolescent mental health initiatives across northern Madhya Pradesh...Gwalior, Bhind, and Morena. Rooted in evidence-based interventions, our mission fosters resilience, prevents substance abuse, and integrates mental health promotion into schools, equipping adolescents with essential life skills to navigate adversity and thrive.
Committed to data-driven impact, we analyze insights from our sessions to tailor interventions that are relevant and results-driven.The PRESENCE project epitomizes a holistic, innovative, and collaborative approach to adolescent mental health, shaping a healthier, brighter future.
SAHARA Project
SAHARA is a large-scale program promoting perinatal psychosocial wellbeing and early childhood development across nine districts of Madhya Pradesh. It integrates three interventions: Maternal Mental Health Awareness (MMHA) sessions by ASHAs, the Thinking Healthy Program–Peer delivered (THPP) for women with perinatal depression, and Lalan Palan, a parenting initiative by Anganwadi Workers using video-based learning. Grounded in global task-sharing evidence, SAHARA embeds mental health and nurturing care into public health and ICDS systems. By addressing maternal mental health and early caregiving in the first 1,000 days, it seeks scalable, community-based impact for mothers, fathers, and young children.
Bloominds
Lead Data Analyst & AI Engineer- India, 2023- 2025 (Hybrid)
At Bloominds, Prof. Rajawat serves as Lead Data Analyst and AI Engineer, leading the development and deployment of advanced artificial intelligence solutions tailored for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) services. He designs and implements intelligent systems including NLP-based chatbots, sentiment analysis engines, and mental health risk prediction models to streamline client interactions and enhance accessibility to psychological support.
Leveraging advanced frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Hugging Face Transformers, he builds and fine-tunes models including BERT, RoBERTa, and DistilBERT for contextual understanding and emotion detection in multilingual conversations. These models power AI chatbots deployed through platforms such as Rasa, Dialogflow, and Microsoft Bot Framework, integrated into mobile applications and web portals to enable seamless user support, triage, and follow-up care.
In addition, he develops predictive analytics models using ensemble techniques (including XGBoost and Random Forests) to assess burnout risk, absenteeism patterns, and psychological risk indicators, enabling organisations to proactively identify and address mental health challenges.
Child in Need Institute (CINI) & UNFPA
Program Supervisor, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Jun 2023- Dec 2024 (Onsite-FT)
At Child in Need Institute (CINI), Prof. Rajawat served as Program Supervisor, undertaking mid-level managerial responsibilities and leading a team of counsellors and psychologists under a key component of the Umang Program, one of the flagship initiatives of the Government of Madhya Pradesh focused on adolescent mental health and well-being services. Supported by UNFPA and implemented with CINI India, the initiative aims to strengthen psychosocial wellbeing and counselling services for adolescents across the state.
As part of his responsibilities, Prof. Rajawat successfully managed the Umang Kishor Helpline (14425) as one of the longest-serving supervisors, ensuring timely and appropriate support for adolescents in need. Under his supervision, the team achieved multiple record-setting milestones without operational delays.
He also provided technical assistance in software implementation and data management, while troubleshooting technical challenges to ensure seamless project operations. His contributions extended to IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) activities, promoting awareness and dissemination of critical information among stakeholders.
Additionally, he played a key role in facilitating training sessions and workshops by coordinating resource persons and ensuring effective delivery. Through active participation in review meetings, he assessed program progress and identified areas for improvement. He further contributed to promotional initiatives to expand the project’s reach, coordinated dignitary visits, and managed various operational responsibilities to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the initiative.
Global School of Excellence
Educational Psychologist, Jan 2022- Present (Onsite-PT)
At the Global School of Corporate Excellence, Prof. Rajawat served as an Educational Psychologist, providing mental health support services to both students and staff, ensuring access to appropriate care and psychological resources.
He collaborated closely with special educators to address the unique needs of students requiring additional academic and psychosocial support. He conducted seminars and awareness sessions on diverse mental health topics, fostering open dialogue, learning, and mental health literacy within the educational community.
Additionally, he coordinated with relevant stakeholders to promote a holistic and integrated approach to mental health support, contributing to the development of a more inclusive, supportive, and psychologically safe educational environment.
Krav Maga Universal
Self Defense Instructor, Mar 2019- Dec 2024, (Hybrid-PT)
Prof. Rajawat is a Level-5 Certified Unarmed Self Defence Instructor (Government of India) and an international sportsperson with extensive expertise in Karate and multiple martial arts disciplines. He actively organises self-defence camps for women, specially abled individuals, and children, promoting safety, resilience, and empowerment through structured training.
A National Silver Medalist in the Karate India Open Men Championship (KAI), he holds Black Belts in several martial arts systems, including Karate (WKF, KAI, KIO), Taekwondo (Kukkiwon), Kickboxing (WAKO), Viet Vu Dao, and Ninjutsu. He is trained at the Trainer Level in PTK Kali and Krav Maga, and at the Student Level in Kalaripayattu and Yoga.
With over two decades of involvement in martial arts, Prof. Rajawat serves as a National-Level Coach and Referee, contributing significantly to training standards, competitive excellence, and the broader development of the martial arts community.
Combat Tactical Systems (CTA) India
Self Defence Instructor L-1, Mumbai & MP, 2021-Present (Onsite-PT)
Prof. Rajawat worked as a Women’s Self-Defence Trainer, conducting realistic, scenario-based training camps across multiple locations aimed at strengthening personal safety, situational awareness, and psychological resilience. His approach integrated physical self-defence techniques with psychological preparedness, threat perception, decision-making under stress, and legal awareness, ensuring participants understood both their rights and appropriate responses within real-world situations.
He also served as a Children’s Self-Defence Trainer, organising specialised camps at prominent venues including DB Mall and various other locations. These programs focused on practical safety skills, anti-bullying strategies, emotional regulation, and age-appropriate legal and psychological safeguards. By combining martial arts training with behavioural and legal education, he promoted a holistic model of self-protection that empowered participants to respond effectively, safely, and responsibly.
Samvedna India
Internship, Bhopal, MP, June 2024- Nov 2024 (Onsite-PT)
During his internship at Samvedna, Prof. Rajawat worked closely with CSI-involved communities, including exclusive FSWs and Denotified Tribes (DNTs) in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan, addressing issues related to caste-based sexual exploitation and human trafficking. He contributed to field research examining the socio-economic drivers of exploitation and supported survivor rehabilitation through counselling, vocational training, legal aid, and educational initiatives.
His role involved community advocacy, promotion of human rights, and the design of livelihood-oriented and child-focused educational programs. He also recommended context-specific psychological and trauma-informed interventions, emphasising ground-level (“Ground Zero”) strategies to ensure sustainable and community-responsive impact.
LifeTalk Wellness
Occupational Therapist & Corporate Counsellor, India, Jun 2022- Aug 2024 (Online-PT)
Conducted job analysis to define role requirements and responsibilities. Led employee selection and performance appraisal processes to ensure role–culture fit and continuous improvement. Designed and delivered training and leadership development programs to enhance skills, productivity, and growth. Promoted workplace diversity, work–life balance, and stress management to strengthen employee well-being. Assessed organizational culture, facilitated team-building initiatives, and provided career counseling to support collaboration and long-term professional development.
Institute for Excellence in Higher Education(IEHE),Bhopal(Autonomous)
Visiting Lecturer (Asst. Prof.), Bhopal, Jun 2022 - Jul 2023 (Onsite-PT)
Prof. Rajawat delivered lectures in Psychological Counseling and Guidance for the Diploma in Guidance and Counseling program, integrating theoretical frameworks with practical counselling techniques. He designed and evaluated assignments, supervised research and project work, and mentored students to strengthen applied competencies.
He also coordinated internships to ensure meaningful real-world exposure and contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with contemporary counselling practices and professional standards.
Incredible India, Ministry of Tourism, India
Tourism Facilitator, MP, May 2020 - Present (Onsite-PT)
Prof. Rajawat contributed to the promotion of ecotourism in central India while serving as a local guardian for foreign visitors travelling to Madhya Pradesh, the “Heart of India.” He led initiatives to showcase the ecological and cultural richness of the region, including the iconic “Mowgli” landscape, and acted as a primary liaison to address the needs and requirements of international tourists across the state.
His role involved facilitating diverse ecotourism initiatives, organising heritage walks, and coordinating adventure tourism activities such as jungle safaris and related events. He also arranged birdwatching expeditions, tribal tourism experiences, and immersive visits to local villages. Additionally, he coordinated with Madhya Pradesh Tourism accommodations and services to ensure seamless travel experiences and integrated support for visitors.
Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, Bhopal
Guest Lecturer (Asst. Professor, Bhopal, May 2019 - Jun 2023 (Onsite-PT)
Prof. Rajawat delivered subject lectures at the Department of Psychology, Barkatullah University, providing academic instruction and facilitating advanced learning for students. He conducted guest lectures on specialised topics within psychology, offering in-depth insights to broaden students’ conceptual and applied understanding.
He supported postgraduate research activities by guiding students through complex research processes and contributing to academic mentorship. Additionally, he coordinated workshops aimed at enhancing practical skills and applied competencies in psychology, ensuring hands-on learning experiences. He also organised academic conferences to promote scholarly exchange, collaboration, and professional development within the field of psychology.
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth College, Gwalior
Academic Counsellor, Gwalior, Jul 2018 - Apr 2020 (Hybrid-PT)
At Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth College, Gwalior, Prof. Rajawat served as an Academic Counsellor, providing student and career counselling services to support individuals in making informed academic and professional decisions.
He taught Educational Psychology courses to B.Ed. students, covering core areas such as learning theories, human development, and classroom management. Additionally, he applied psychological principles to enhance teaching methodologies and foster supportive, effective learning environments for future educators.
RailTel Corporation of India Ltd
Network Support Engineer, Chhindwara & Nagpur, Jan 2016 - Jul 2018 (Onsite-FT)
At RailTel Corporation of India Ltd, Prof. Rajawat served as a Network Support Engineer, providing active technical support to ground teams for OFC installation and splicing operations. He collaborated closely with Digital String Private Limited and VDCN Technologies to ensure that cable laying, installation, and splicing processes were executed in accordance with required technical specifications and industry standards.
He played a key role in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges during implementation, ensuring smooth project execution without operational delays. His primary focus was on maintaining high service quality, operational efficiency, and reliability within network infrastructure systems.
Service for the Nation
Agyatvas, 2011-2016 (Onsite)
During the phase he use to describe as Agyatvas (Mission Unknown), Prof. Rajawat entered a period of deliberate anonymity and disciplined transformation. His journey traversed varied geographies, from the Terai Himalayas and foreign operational theatres to the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea, while simultaneously navigating complex psychological terrains. Immersed in diverse cultures, languages, and regional dialects, he cultivated a grounded understanding of people across contexts.
This period demanded rigorous military conditioning: advanced soldiering skills, commando training, and tactical operations designed to explore the outer limits of human cognition and resilience. Alongside operational preparedness, he conceptualized and executed psychological operations, integrating behavioural insight with strategic field application. Parallel to this, he pursued disciplined mastery across multiple martial arts traditions and engaged deeply with the philosophies of war, peace, and negotiation.
Contributed to select assignments in and out, within operational frameworks requiring strict confidentiality and strategic discretion. Functioned across varied and sensitive environments, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and mission-focused execution. Upheld uncompromising standards of discipline, precision, and operational integrity while discharging responsibilities in high-stakes contexts.
Through sustained exposure to high-intensity environments and reflective study, he strengthened both tactical precision and strategic foresight. The phase was not merely professional training, it was a crucible of self-discovery, leadership consolidation, and internal transformation that shaped his subsequent intellectual and operational trajectory.
West Central Railway, Bhopal
Internship Trainee, Bhopal, Apr 2010 - Sep 2010 (Onsie-FT)
Prof. Rajawat formally began his professional journey with his internship at Western Central Railways, where he developed a strong technical foundation in telecommunication engineering within complex railway systems. This early exposure to large-scale infrastructure, optical fiber communication, wireless networks, and mission-critical communication protocols shaped his multidisciplinary approach, combining technical precision with operational problem-solving. The experience marked the starting point of a diverse and evolving career that later integrated engineering, psychology, research, leadership, and behavioural science across academic, corporate, and public health domains.
During his internship at Western Central Railways, Prof. Rajawat gained extensive hands-on experience in telecommunication engineering within the railway systems environment. His work involved an in-depth exploration of critical communication systems, engaging with both analog and digital networks essential for train operations, thereby strengthening his understanding of protocols and technologies required to maintain reliable and efficient communication in high-speed railway environments.
A significant component of his internship focused on Optical Fiber Communication (OFC), where he participated in deployment, testing, and troubleshooting activities. These networks form the backbone of modern railway communication infrastructure, supporting key systems such as signaling, train control, and passenger information services. His involvement in laying, splicing, and testing optical fibers enhanced his technical proficiency in OFC technologies.
Additionally, he contributed to the integration of telecommunication systems with broader railway operations, including the design and implementation of wireless communication networks. He gained exposure to advanced technologies such as GSM-R (Global System for Mobile Communications–Railway) and TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio), which are vital for improving railway safety and operational efficiency. His experience also encompassed network management and security practices to ensure system reliability and protection against cyber threats.
Furthermore, he developed insights into the integration of communication systems with signaling and train control mechanisms, as well as emergency communication systems that enable rapid and effective responses during critical situations.Project Work
Freelance, Bhopal, 2008-2011 (Onsite-PT)
As a student of Electronics, specialising in Radar Systems, Antenna Engineering, and Robotics, Prof. Rajawat demonstrated strong technical initiative from the early stages of his academic journey. After completing his first year, he began independently designing and developing RF circuits and engineering solutions for senior students’ academic requirements. He worked extensively on the creation of robots, embedded bots, UAV systems, and advanced RF circuit prototypes, contributing to both minor and major academic projects while simultaneously building practical expertise beyond classroom learning.
Driven by both passion and necessity, he transformed his technical skills into a means of financial sustainability, undertaking complex project work to support his educational expenses. Alongside one of his close collaborators, he actively participated in multiple national-level technical festivals organised by premier institutions such as IITs and NITs. Through innovation, technical competence, and competitive execution, he secured several cash prizes, which played a crucial role in sustaining his academic journey and reinforcing a mindset of resilience, self-reliance, and applied problem-solving.