Experience

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  Indian institute of technology, delhi

  May 2015 - Jun 2015

  Summer intern

  Characteristics of precipitating and non-precipitating clouds in Delhi NCR during the monsoon season (probable role of aerosol) : Analyzed satellite imagery to study the relationship between aerosol particles, precipitation rate, and cloud parameters over Delhi NCR.

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  Wwf-india

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2016

  Dissertation

  Quantification of flamingo habitat using remote sensing and GIS tools,Thane Creek Flamingo Bird Sanctuary, Mumbai, India" : Employed Landsat8 images, WorldClim data, and MaxENT for change detection and habitat analysis of Thane Creek Bird Sanctuary.

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  Wildlife institute of india

  Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

  Research intern

  Reintroduction and Recovery program in Panna Tiger Reserve and the Landscape Complex, Madhya Pradesh: Phase IIConducted field survey at Panna tiger reserve to estimate population density, monitor species distribution, using different methods I.e. line transects, sign surveys, camera trap, and radio telemetry.

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  Nature conservation foundation

  May 2017 - Jul 2018

  Project fellow

  Dynamics of the Himalayan Ecosystem and its Impact under Changing Climate Scenario in Western Himalaya with National Mission on HimalayanStudies (NMHS)Responsibilities:a) Spearheaded surveys in Uttarakhand and Ladakh to map species distribution and evaluate environmental scenarios in the Himalayanregion.b) Employed Species Distribution Modelling (SDM) and Regional Climatic Models (RCM) to model species survival under various climateconditions.c) Contributed bird species data to eBird, enriching a global biodiversity database. Show less

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  University of plymouth

  May 2019 - Dec 2019

  Research assistant

  Project: Is the freshwater crab Barytelphusa cunicularis suitable for use as a sustainable livelihood resource in India?Responsibilities:a) Conducted field surveys to collect freshwater crab species Barytelphusa cunicularis in the Western Ghats.b) Analyzed the genetic makeup and assessed the species’ response to climate change utilizing Remote Sensing and GIS techniques.c) Evaluated the feasibility of the crab as a food source through socio- economic surveys.

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  Indian national trust for art and cultural heritage (intach)

  Dec 2019 - Jun 2020

  Consultant

  Cultural documentation of the Upper Ganga Region.Responsibilities:a) Conducted field surveys to assess biodiversity along the river Ganga in the Indo-Gangetic plain.b) Created project reports highlighting ecological concerns for policy development in Uttar Pradesh districts along the Ganga River.c) Explored the socio-cultural significance of the river through archaeological and environmental heritage studies.

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  Self-employed

  Nov 2021 - now

  Vanwasi-aadiwasi

  a) Conduct extensive research to document the art, culture, traditional knowledge, and sustainable practices of tribal communities related to biodiversity conservation.b) Organize capacity-building workshops to empower tribal communities in reviving indigenous art and crafts.c) Facilitate the documentation of traditional practices through workshops and visual representation to preserve cultural heritage.d) Implement a women-led sustainable livelihood market to promote community engagement and economic empowerment.e) This initiative aims to connect traditional knowledge and practices with income-generation opportunities for tribal communities.Past Collaborators : WTI, Creature Conserve, Andhra Pradesh Forest Department, Garung Thuk organisation, University of Plymouth Show less

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  Centre for environment education

  Jul 2023 - May 2024

  Senior technical consultant

  Clean Sectors Project, Noida-Phase V: Solid Waste Management Initiative by HCLFoundation.Responsibilities: a) Leveraged data analysis skills to create comprehensive project reports and document project data.b) Developed technical and non-technical materials for Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) and Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) campaigns.

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  Climate-b ventures pvt ltd

  Oct 2024 - now

  Project consultant

  As a dedicated Biodiversity Specialist, I focus on crafting and designing projects that promote sustainable livelihoods and biodiversity conservation. My work involves writing detailed project proposals for grants, ensuring alignment with environmental and community development goals. I design and implement capacity-building workshops that empower communities to engage in sustainable practices, contributing to long-term ecological balance and the preservation of biodiversity.