Ms. Deepa Ranjan is currently serving as the Mission Director at the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM). With a commendable record in administrative services, she has consistently focused on rural development, women empowerment, and sustainable livelihood initiatives. A 2013-batch IAS officer, Deepa Ranjan has held significant positions such as Joint Magistrate in Ayodhya, Chief Development Officer in Hapur, Additional Housing Commissioner at Awas Vikas Parishad in Lucknow, and DM & Collector in Badaun and Banda. She completed her graduation with a BA (Hons) in Geography. Throughout her career, she has been instrumental in fostering women's entrepreneurship by providing skill development opportunities, financial support, and market linkages, thereby empowering women to become active contributors to the economy.