Aastha Arora has over 15 years of experience strengthening health systems across South and Central Asia. At ADB, she works on integrated approaches linking mental health, early childhood development, primary care, climate resilience and One Health. She previously served with the World Bank, Government of India, and UNICEF, leading programs on adolescent health, health financing and nutrition. Her work centers on evidence-driven policy, multisectoral collaboration, and designing systems that advance equity and human development.