[5] Sumita Misra, born in Lucknow, earned degrees in Economics and Math after attending Loreto Convent and La Martiniere schools.

[12] This largest-ever Mela attracted 23 countries, 1.5 million visitors, and boasted innovations like online ticketing, a mobile app, and social impact initiatives.

[13] Under the leadership of Sumita Misra, Haryana launched the DSR method, and ongoing training programs are educating farmers about its benefits.

In the horticulture sector, her leadership led to the adoption of innovative technologies like vertical farming and the establishment of poly and net houses.

Before that she held the position of ACS to the Government of Haryana, responsible for both the Medical Education & Research and Women and Child Development Departments.