You cannot manage what you cannot measure. My efforts to quantify natural resources through modelling work supports proper management of limited resources and through that work, I protect the pulse of the planet.

I’ve always enjoyed working with people with diverse backgrounds since it allows me to understand from different perspectives. ICIMOD with its diversity provides me with this environment.

My principle is to work hard and play harder. I love traveling and enjoying exotic foods. My mantra is: travel-eat-drink-repeat.

I hold a Master degree in water engineering and management from the Asian Institute of Technology. Prior to joining ICIMOD, I worked at the Stockholm Environment Institute and the Asian Institute of Technology. I have six years of experience working in Cambodia, Japan, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam.

My areas of interest include hydrological and hydraulic modeling, climate change, water induced disaster and management, land use analysis, modeling ecosystem services and GIS-based studies. I have published several peer reviewed journal articles, book chapters, reports and training manuals.