Prof. Bal Nagorao Rakshase | Tata Institute of Social Sciences

Prof. Bal Nagorao Rakshase

Professor
Mumbai Campus,
Chairperson, Centre for Library and Information Management,
Centre for Health Policy, Planning and Management, School of Health Systems Studies
Dean, SC/ST and EO Cell
Liaison Officer, SC/ST and EO Cell

Qualification

Graduation in English, Sociology, Psychology (Milind College of Arts, Dr. B. A. M. U. Aurangabad),
Post Graduation in Psychology (Dr. B. A. M. U. Aurangabad),
Ph.D. (University of Pune)

Contact

bal.rakshase[at]tiss[dot]ac[dot]in

Dr. Bal Nagorao Rakshase is a distinguished Professor at the Mumbai Campus, serving in the Centre for Health Policy, Planning, and Management within the School of Health Systems Studies. His academic journey began with a graduation in English, Sociology, and Psychology from Milind College of Arts, Dr. B. A. M. U. Aurangabad, followed by a post-graduation in Psychology from the same institution. Dr. Rakshase further advanced his academic pursuits by obtaining a Ph.D. from the University of Pune. Dr. Rakshase's expertise spans Mental Health, HIV/AIDS, Tribal Health Issues, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Health Education and Communication, Community Engagement for Health, Social and Behavioral Influences on Health, and Organizational Behavior. His multidisciplinary approach and extensive knowledge contribute significantly to health policy, planning, and management. Beyond academia, Dr. Rakshase is dedicated to exploring and addressing critical health challenges through a comprehensive understanding of societal and organizational dynamics.

Courses Taught: Dr. Rakshase specializes in teaching Health Education and Communication, Community Engagement for Health, Social and Behavioral Influences on Health, and Organizational Behavior. These courses equip students with essential knowledge in effective communication strategies, community involvement in health initiatives, understanding societal influences on health behaviours, and insights into organizational dynamics within the healthcare sector. Dr. Rakshase's teaching approach emphasizes the development of well-rounded professionals for effective health policy and management.

Research Interests: Dr. Bal Nagorao Rakshase's research focuses on Maternal Health, HIV/AIDS, Tribal Health Issues, and Sexual and Reproductive Health. His work contributes valuable insights to understanding and mitigating challenges in these critical health domains. Through dedicated research efforts, Dr. Rakshase aims to address and enhance health outcomes, particularly in mental well-being, infectious diseases, and the unique health concerns of tribal communities.

Menatal Health, HIV/AIDS, Tribal Health Issues, Sexual and Reproductive Health,

*Rakshase, B.N. (2009). Occupational Stress and Mental Health among Police Officers in Maharashtra. Indian Journal of Psychology and Mental Health.
Deore, S. K. & Rakshase, B.N. (2010). Academic performance as a function of study habits in relation to academic climate of higher secondary students. Indian Journal of Psychology and Mental Health.
*Bedarkar, P.C.& Rakshase B.N. (2010). Leadership Style of Women in 21st Century: A Study of Ahemednagar District. Indian Journal of Psychology and Mental Health. Vol.4, Spl Issue No. 2, 12-19.
*Rakshase, B.N. (2014). Occupational Stress and Coping in Maharashtra Police Personnel: A Comparative Study. Scholar’s world. Vol. II, Issue I. 31-38.
*Rakshase, B.N. (2015.).Recent trends in education and its relations with self-concept, emotional intelligence and academic achievement of secondary school students. Indian Journal of Psychological Sciences. Vol. 5, No.2
*Ronu Mathew & Rakshase Bal (2016). Prevalence of Alcohol Dependence among Males in Thiruanantapuram District, Kerala. Indian Journal of Psychological Sciences, Vol. 7, No. 1
*Adithyan G. S., Bal Rakshase & Anna Mia Ekstrom (2017). A study on HIV knowledge and preventive behavioral practices among FSWs in Mumbai. Journal of AIDS and HIV Research. Vol. 9(1), 1-7.

* Saroj Shinde & Bal Rakshase (2017).Understanding the Family Planning Among the Tribal Women of Gadhchiroli, Maharashtra. International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Science Society and Culture.Vol. 3 (2).
* Sonam Lavtepatil & Rakshase Bal (2018). A Study on Occupational Stress and its Impact on Mental Health of Mumbai Police. Indian Journal of Psychological Science. Vol. 9(2).
* Rakshase Bal (2019).Respiratory Illness Among Brick Kilns Workers- A Cross Sectional Study. IJO, International Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities Research. Vol 2 (03).
* Saroj Shinde & Bal Rakshase (2019). Review on: Differentiating the status and perspectives in the research on sugarcane cutters in foreign countries and in India. International Review of Social Sciences and Humanities. Vol.9 (8), 406-413

* Identifying Changing Trends in Sex work Dynamics Among Female Sex workers of India.(2020).National AIDS Control Organisation Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Policy Brief
* Pratibha Daberao & Bal Rakshase (2021). Mental Health and Life Satisfaction among Women Suffering from Infertility: A Comparative study. Indian Journal of Psychological Science. Vol-14, No. 1
* Rinchen OB, Bal Rakshase, & Shanti Suman Tigg (2021). Health Literacy and Healthcare Utilization: A Study of Bhutia and Lepcha Mothers in Pakyong and Dzongu District of Sikkim, India. Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research. Volume 11 | Issue 5, page, 1471-1476
* Neha Naik & Bal Rakshase (2021). Hormone Consumption Pattern In Hijra Community In India. Indian Journal of Psychological Science, Vol-14, No. 2,
* Rinchen OB & Bal Rakshase (2022). India’s Progress in HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Progress Towards 90-90-90 Target, Challenges and Way Forward. ISSRF News Letter, Issue 28, 32-33
* Rakshase Bal (2022). Respiratory illness among brick kilns workers – a cross-sectional study. Journal of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai. Vol. 96, No.07 (I)
* Soyam Chetana & Bal Rakshase (2022). Knowledge, attitude and practice on oral health among tribal population in Maharashtra. Journal of Kavikulaguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Ramtek , Vol. IX – Issue II (ISSN. 2277-7067)

* बाळ राक्षसे (२०२२). सामाजिक विषमतेची जैविक अभिव्यक्ती, परिवर्तिनचा वाटसरू, वर्ष २२ वे, अंक १० वा, पान नं ३२ ते ३८

* Jyothi Kurapati & Bal Rakshase (2022). Chettinad Health City Medical Journal Volume 11, Issue 4 - 2022, Pg. No. 42-47
* Saroj Shinde & Bal Rakshase (2022). Insights on the Practice of Hysterectomy among the Women Sugarcane Cutters in Maharashtra (India). Feminist Research, 6(1), 26-29.

* Vahhida Pinjari, Bal Rakshase & Pardhi Ashish (2023). Influence of socio-demographic factors on the use of maternal health care among Muslim women in urban slums of Mumbai, India. Indian J Child Healt. 10(2), 14–21. https://doi.org/10.32677/ijch.v10i2.3867

*Occupational Stress, Coping Resources and Personal Strain in Police Officers. Sponsored by BCUD University of Pune.
*A Study of Respiratory Illness among the Workers in Advanced and Clamp Types of Bricks Kilns in Maharashtra. Sponsored by TISS.
*Randomized Trial of mobile internet based directly observed treatment (miDOT) for Tuberculosis. Funded by Welcome Trust
*Health issues of adolescent girls (AGs) in Ashram Schools. Funded by TRI Maharashtra

* Identifying Changing Trends in Sex Work Dynamics among Female Sex Workers in India: Funded by USAID
* Empowering Tribal Communities to improve nutrition related services and practices in selected tribal blocks of Maharashtra. Funded by TRTI

*Empowering Tribal Communities to improve nutrition related services and practices in selected tribal blocks of Maharashtra. Funded by TRTI

* Health Education and Communication

* Community Engagement for Health

* Social and Behavioural Influences on Health

* Organisational Behaviour