Manoj K. Tripathy is a writer, social worker and creative personality with a distinguished public sector professional background. He has served at several prestigious institutions across the country, including the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie, the Central University of Jammu, and Utkal University, alongside various other state and national bodies.

Additionally, he is a recognized subject expert on Child Rights and Juvenile Justice Act, actively contributing his expertise to multiple national forums and institutions. As an impact leader, he brings rigour to public service transformation and governance reform. As a Guest Anchor with DD Odia, he has moderated hundreds of television discussions with calmness, depth and balance. He brings policy insight, research orientation and thoughtful engagement to intellectual deliberations.