Served 34 years (1987-2021) at ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil & Water Conservation, Chandigarh, as Senior Technical Officer. Key contributions include designing silt retention and water harvesting dams, analyzing hydrological and rainfall data, and conducting topographical surveys and training. Studied in-situ moisture conservation’s impact on runoff, soil loss, and maize yield. Evaluated community-based water storage structures and developed jute geotextiles for erosion control. Supervised civil and maintenance works at Panchkula Research Farm. Consulted on resource conservation, economic upliftment, and flood mitigation. Conducted educational training for B.Tech students and soil conservation officers.
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