Prem Kumar GuptaProgramme Officer Qualifications: Master's in Development, Azim Premji University, Bangalore, 2023 Email: premkumar@dakshin.org Profile: Prem has always been interested in people and culture, which led him to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Language and Literature from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. In 2016, he represented India in the Indonesian Arts and Culture Scholarship,…
N M GuruprasadSenior Programme Associate Qualifications PhD in Environmental Science, Kuvempu University Shivamogga (Awaiting award) M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Mysore University, 2019 B.Sc. in Chemistry, Botany and Zoology, Karnatak University Dharwad, 2017 Email: guruprasad@dakshin.org Profile: Guruprasad is a Senior Programme Associate at the Dakshin Foundation, working across coastal landscapes in Tamil Nadu and Odisha to…
Anjali UnnithanProgramme Associate Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts Programme in Economics and Political Science, Gargi College, University of Delhi, 2024 Diploma in Conflict Transformation and Peace Building, Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi, 2024 Email: anjali.unnithan@dakshin.org Profile: Hailing from Kollam, Kerala, Anjali was raised in Muscat, Oman. This helped her develop an appreciation…
Sipra DasProgramme Assistant Qualifications M.Sc. in Environmental Studies, Berhampur University, Odisha (2022–2024) B.Sc. in Botany, H.N.S. Mahavidyalaya, Odisha, 2021 Email: sipra@dakshin.org Profile: Sipra Das is an environmental researcher with interests in microplastic pollution, biodiversity conservation, and community engagement. Her M.Sc. research thesis focused on an in-depth analysis of microplastic contamination in surface waters across India,…
Rageshkumar CProject Coordinator Qualifications: B.Tech Civil Engineering, SIMAT Engineering college, Calicut University, 2013 Email: rageshkumar@dakshin.org Profile: Rageshkumar is a development professional with around nine years of experience in project coordination, community engagement and field-based implementation of social and environmental initiatives. He holds a B.Tech degree and has worked extensively with local communities, government institutions, and…
Basudev BeheraField Base Manager Basudev is a cheerful and enthusiastic team member who brings great energy to the field. A native of Ganjam, he has an in-depth understanding of the region and strong local networks, knowing every nook and corner of the area. Before joining Dakshin in 2024, Basudev worked as a bus conductor for three…