Highlights
Age: 74 Years
Wife: Dr. Rani Bang
Awards: Padma Shri (2018)
Dr. Abhay Bang
Dr. Abhay Bang is a distinguished public health expert and the co-founder of SEARCH (Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health). He has dedicated his life to improving healthcare in rural India, particularly in the tribal regions of Maharashtra.
Bio / Wiki
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Dr. Abhay Bang |
| Nickname | None |
| Age | 74 (as of 2025) |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Birth Place | Wardha, Maharashtra, India |
| Date of Birth | September 23, 1950 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Profession | Public Health Expert, Physician, Social Activist |
Physical Appearance
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Height | 5’7″ (170 cm) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Measurements | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
| Eye Color | Black |
Family & Relationships
| Relation | Details |
|---|---|
| Father | Thakurdas Bang |
| Mother | Suman Bang |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Dr. Rani Bang |
| Marriage Date | 1977 |
| Children | Not Available |
Career Highlights
- Co-founded SEARCH in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, focusing on rural healthcare.
- Developed home-based newborn care programs, significantly reducing infant mortality rates.
- Served as a member of the Government of India’s High Level Expert Group on Universal Health Coverage (2011).
- Chairman of the Expert Committee on Tribal Health, Government of India.
- Recipient of nearly 60 national and international awards, including the Padma Shri in 2018.
Net Worth & Income
Specific details about Dr. Abhay Bang’s net worth are not publicly disclosed. His work is primarily focused on social impact rather than personal financial gain.
Relationships & Affairs
- Married to Dr. Rani Bang, with whom he co-founded SEARCH.
Favourite Things
- Favourite Actor: Not Available
- Favourite Actress: Not Available
- Favourite Color: Not Available
- Favourite Sport: Not Available
Unknown Facts
- Grew up in Mahatma Gandhi’s Sevagram Ashram, deeply influenced by Gandhian principles.
- Chose to work in rural India despite opportunities abroad, driven by a commitment to social change.
Contact Information | Social Media
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Gadchiroli, Maharashtra, India |
| Mobile | Not Available |
| search.gad@gmail.com |
