Meenakshi Ajmera has more than 30 years of experience in the development sector with 15 years at ADB. She has worked across various regions and 19 countries handling safeguards in various sectors such as transport, energy, health, education, finance and agriculture. Prior to joining ADB, she worked with various NGOs and consulting firms in India, primarily in the areas of disaster management, child labor and working conditions, women empowerment, and rural development.