Praveen Markande
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Praveen Markande
Born: Template:Birth date
Birth Place: Somni, Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh, India
Nationality: Indian
Profession: Technology Entrepreneur, Social Worker, Digital Strategist
Notable Works:
Known For: Digital development initiatives, Online GK Examination Software, Social service activities
Praveen Markande (born 16 August 2000) is an Indian technology entrepreneur, software developer, and social worker from Somni village in Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. He is the founder of Praveen Info Tech and currently serves as Manager at NSII Group. He is also associated with the social organization Chhatra Yuva Manch, where he serves as State Technical Head.
Early life and education
Praveen Markande was born in Somni, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, to Raghu Markande and Satroopa Markande. He completed his graduation and later earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Hindi Literature.
During his academic years, he developed an interest in digital technology and began learning coding and website development through self-study in 2017.
Career
Technology and digital initiatives
In 2017, Markande developed his first mobile application. Since then, he has worked on more than 15 mobile applications and software projects and has designed and developed over 50 websites.
He continues to work in areas such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), website development, digital branding, and search engine optimization (SEO). He has also provided technical consultancy and social media management services to digital creators and local businesses.
Online GK Examination Software
Markande developed an Online GK Examination Software platform in Rajnandgaon district. The digital examination initiative was conducted for four consecutive years and included participation from students across Rajnandgaon, Durg, and Balod districts. The project aimed to introduce rural students to digital examination systems.
Praveen Info Tech
Praveen Info Tech is a digital services enterprise founded by Markande and registered under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India.
- Udyam Registration Number: UDYAM-CG-15-0034715
- Category: Micro Enterprise
- Location: Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh
The enterprise provides services including website development, mobile application development, software solutions, graphic designing, digital branding, and SEO.
NSII Group
Since 2023, Markande has been serving as Manager at NSII Group. In this role, he oversees digital strategy, branding, online presence development, technical coordination, and project supervision.
Social work
Chhatra Yuva Manch
Markande joined Chhatra Yuva Manch in 2017 and has held several positions, including:
- Membership In-Charge (Somni) – 2017
- President (Somni) – 2017
- Mandal President (Somni-Anjora) – 2017
- District Media In-Charge – 2017
- State Media In-Charge – 2018–2023
- State Technical Head – 2023–present
Through the organization, he has been involved in leadership, youth engagement, and social initiatives.
Blood donation initiatives
Markande has actively participated in organizing and supporting more than 112 blood donation camps in Rajnandgaon district through Chhatra Yuva Manch. The initiative focused on youth awareness and ensuring timely blood availability for patients. He also participated in awareness and support activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Awards and recognition
- National Youth Award (2025)
- National Vidya Peeth Award (2024)
- Corona Warrior Honor – Chhatra Yuva Manch Chhattisgarh
- Felicitation by Former Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh (2023)
- Best Software Developer Award (2022–23)
- Social Work Recognition – PNR News Publications, Mumbai (2020)
- Social Worker Honor – Path Pradarshak Organization, Aurangabad, Bihar (2020)
- Social Service Appreciation – Happy Club (Regd.), Tapa, District Barnala, Punjab (2022)
See also
- Digital literacy in India
- List of social workers from India