Biography
With an unwavering dedication spanning over 45 years, I am proud to be the only Geoscientist in India holding dual degrees in Geology and Applied Geophysics...
Educational Qualification
| Sl.No | Degree/Certificate | Year | University/Institute | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M.Sc. | 1979 | M.D. University, Rohtak | Geology (1st Div.) |
| 2 | Ph.D. | 1997 | IIT (ISM) Dhanbad | Applied Geophysics (ONGC-AEG Award) |
Employment
| Sl.No | From | To | Organization | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 1980 | Apr 1985 | Ground Water Directorate, HSMITC | Technical Assistant (Geohydrology) |
| 2 | Jun 1985 | Apr 1997 | GSI Shillong / Jaipur | Geophysicist (Junior) |
| 3 | May 1997 | Dec 2007 | GSI Jaipur / Zawar | Senior Geophysicist / Faculty |
| 4 | Dec 2007 | Feb 2014 | GSI Jaipur / Hyderabad | Director (Geophysics) |
| 5 | Feb 2014 | Jul 2015 | GSI Jaipur | Dy. Director General |
| 6 | Jul 2015 | May 2018 | GSI Kolkata | Addl. Director General |
| 7 | Jun 2018 | Mar 2019 | GSI Kolkata | Director General |
Area of Specialisation
Geological and Geophysical Studies for Mineral exploration, Engineering Projects, Environment, Groundwater, Seismic studies and Borehole Geophysics.
Professional Affiliations & Academic Roles
- Life member: Geological Society of India, Association of Exploration Geophysics, Indian Geophysical Union
- Reviewer: Geological Society Bengaluru, Journal of Geophysics Hyderabad, GSI publications
- PhD Examiner: IIT (ISM), Osmania University, Rajasthan University (UG/PG)
- Professor promotion reviewer: IIT Mumbai
- UPSC & RPSC syllabus committee chairman
- External Expert: DAE Promotion Committee
- President & Science Committee Member: IGC 2020
Publications: 124 in journals, conferences, symposia, books, and reports