Dr. Abhijeet Das | Water Resources Engineering | Breakthrough Research Award

Research Consultant at C. V. Raman Global University | India

Dr. Abhijeet Das is a seasoned Research Consultant in Water Resources and GIS with over 9 years and 10 months of focused experience in geospatial technologies, hydrological modeling, and environmental systems analysis. His expertise spans the evaluation of hydro-environmental vulnerabilities and climate variability impacts in Odisha’s major river basins—Mahanadi, Baitarani, and Brahmani. Utilizing a range of technologies from remote sensing, AI/ML, to cloud-based geospatial platforms, Dr. Das has delivered data-driven solutions for groundwater mapping, water quality prediction, flood risk analysis, and watershed management. He has authored more than 15 AICTE/UGC/Scopus-listed publications, significantly contributing to academic research and policy-level water governance. Dr. Das is known for his cross-disciplinary collaboration with government agencies and institutions and his leadership in GIS training and capacity building.

Professional Profile 

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Education Details

Dr. Abhijeet Das brings nearly a decade of hands-on professional experience in water resource engineering and GIS. He began his career as a GIS Analyst Intern at A.B. Consultancy in Bhubaneswar (2015–2017), where he worked on spatial data management, LiDAR analysis, and 3D city modeling. He then served as a Teaching Assistant at IGIT Sarang (2017–2019), focusing on agricultural time-series analysis, irrigation design, and watershed management using advanced GIS tools. From 2019 to 2022, he was a Teaching Assistant at the College of Engineering and Technology, Bhubaneswar, where he led GIS-based research and project execution, including quality assurance, scripting, and client coordination. Since July 2022, he has been working as a Research Consultant (GIS Expert) at Madhu Smita Design & Engineers Studio in Kolkata, specializing in hydrological and hydraulic modeling, flood risk analysis, remote sensing integration, and decision-support systems using platforms like SWAT, HEC-RAS, and Google Earth Engine, contributing significantly to water quality mapping and sustainable water resource planning across Eastern India.

Research Interests

Dr. Abhijeet Das’s research interests lie at the intersection of hydrology, environmental engineering, and geospatial technologies. He focuses on watershed hydrology, water resources engineering, and hydrological modeling, with a particular interest in hydrologic extremes such as droughts and floods. His work extensively explores the impacts of climate change on water systems, the Food-Energy-Water (FEW) nexus, and the application of remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in environmental monitoring. Additionally, he is deeply engaged in geoinformatics, numerical and simulation-optimization modeling, and the use of artificial neural networks, fuzzy logic, and machine learning techniques for water quality control and environmental impact assessment.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Abhijeet Das has been consistently recognized for his academic excellence and professional contributions through numerous awards, honors, and prestigious selections. He has been invited to participate in over 20 high-impact national and international Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), Short-Term Training Programs (STTPs), and specialized workshops organized by reputed institutions such as IIT Madras, IIT Roorkee, NIT Jamshedpur, NIT Delhi, and the Central Water and Power Research Station under the Ministry of Jal Shakti. His selection for ATAL FDPs, ISTE-approved STTPs, and international conferences such as the ICGCE 2024 in Canada underscore his expertise and thought leadership in water resource engineering and geospatial science. These honors reflect his active engagement in cutting-edge research, commitment to continuous learning, and growing recognition in the academic and professional hydrology community.

Publications Top Noted

• [2025] A data-driven approach utilizing machine learning (ML) and geographical information system (GIS)-based time series analysis with data augmentation for water quality assessment in Mahanadi River Basin, Odisha, India. Discover Sustainability.

• [2025] Bioplastics: A sustainable alternative or a hidden microplastic threat? Innovative Infrastructure Solutions.

• [2025] Surface water quality assessment for drinking and pollution source characterization: A water quality index, GIS approach, and performance evaluation utilizing machine learning analysis. Desalination and Water Treatment.

• [2025] Geographical Information System–driven intelligent surface water quality assessment for enhanced drinking and irrigation purposes in Brahmani River, Odisha (India). Environmental Monitoring and Assessment.
  Citations: 3

• [2025] Spatiotemporal evaluation and impact of superficial factors on surface water quality for drinking using innovative techniques in Mahanadi River Basin, Odisha, India. Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies.

• [2025] Harnessing biotechnology for sustainable wastewater treatment and circular economy. Earth Systems and Environment.

• [2025] Applying the water quality indices, geographical information system, and advanced decision-making techniques to assess the suitability of surface water for drinking purposes in Brahmani River Basin (BRB), Odisha. Environmental Science and Pollution Research.
  Citations: 4

Conclusion

Dr. Abhijeet Das is an emerging scholar and practitioner in hydro-spatial sciences who blends technical innovation with practical relevance. His work not only informs the academic ecosystem but also actively supports regional water governance, climate adaptation, and sustainable resource planning. With strong interdisciplinary grounding and a growing international footprint, he is poised to make lasting contributions to water security and environmental resilience in India and globally.