Vikram Kaushal serves as the Environment Specialist/District Coordinator for the Minor Irrigation (MI) Project at Dev Rishi Educational Society (DRES), leading the implementation of the 7th Minor Irrigation Census, 2nd Water Body Census, and 1st Spring Census across Dehradun district. With over two decades of professional experience in environmental management, watershed development, spring rejuvenation, water resource planning, rural livelihoods, and community development, he has played a significant role in implementing large-scale government and development sector projects across Uttarakhand. His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to bridge environmental conservation with sustainable rural development and institutional capacity building.

• Leads district-level implementation of the Minor Irrigation Project.
• Coordinates large-scale field surveys, census activities, and data validation.
• Supports sustainable water resource management and spring rejuvenation.
• Works closely with government agencies, technical experts, and field teams.
• Promotes scientific planning for watershed and environmental conservation.
• Contributes to DRES’ mission through integrated rural and environmental development.

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Professional Journey

Vikram’s professional journey spans more than twenty years across environmental science, watershed development, hydrogeology, spring rejuvenation, rural livelihoods, water resource management, and project coordination. Throughout his career, he has worked with reputed government agencies, research institutions, NGOs, and development organizations including UCOST, UDWDP Gramya, People’s Science Institute, HARC, HIHT, CHIRAG, PwC-supported initiatives, and Dev Rishi Educational Society. His extensive experience reflects a deep commitment to sustainable natural resource management and community-driven development.

• Built extensive expertise in watershed and environmental management.
• Led spring rejuvenation and hydrogeological assessment projects.
• Coordinated rural livelihood and community development initiatives.
• Managed large-scale government surveys and environmental programmes.
• Strengthened institutional planning through technical and field expertise.
• Continues to support sustainable development through integrated project leadership.

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Key Contributions

Vikram has made substantial contributions to environmental conservation, water security, and rural development through planning, technical implementation, training, and project coordination. His work has directly supported government programmes and community-based natural resource management initiatives.

• Leads district-wide Minor Irrigation, Water Body, and Spring Census activities.
• Trains and supervises field enumerators and technical teams.
• Coordinates environmental surveys, data validation, and quality monitoring.
• Conducts watershed assessments and springshed mapping.
• Supports catchment area planning and soil & water conservation initiatives.
• Facilitates stakeholder engagement, workshops, and capacity-building programmes.
• Contributes to DPR preparation, GIS-based planning, and environmental reporting.
• Promotes sustainable water resource management and climate resilience.

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Core Expertise

Vikram possesses multidisciplinary expertise across environmental science, watershed management, and rural development.

• Minor Irrigation Census
• Water Body & Spring Census
• Watershed Development
• Springshed Management
• Environmental Science
• Water Resource Management
• Hydrogeology
• Catchment Area Planning
• Soil & Water Conservation
• Environmental Monitoring
• GIS & Field Survey Coordination
• Rural Livelihood Development
• Community Mobilization
• Capacity Building & Training
• Project Coordination
• Data Validation & Reporting
• Government Programme Implementation
• Sustainable Development Planning

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Professional Values

Vikram believes that sustainable environmental management and community participation are fundamental to long-term rural development. His professional approach is guided by scientific planning, collaboration, accountability, and responsible stewardship of natural resources.

• Integrity
• Sustainability
• Leadership
• Accountability
• Community Participation
• Scientific Excellence
• Environmental Responsibility
• Continuous Learning

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Academic Background

Vikram’s educational qualifications in environmental science and social work provide a strong interdisciplinary foundation for leading environmental conservation, watershed management, and rural development initiatives.

• Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Uttarakhand Open University
• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental Science, Jiwaji University, Gwalior
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Environment & Water Management, Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University

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Future Focus

Vikram remains committed to strengthening integrated water resource management and sustainable environmental governance through scientific planning, community participation, and innovative conservation practices. He continues to support DRES’ mission by promoting resilient ecosystems, improving rural water security, and advancing sustainable development initiatives.

• Strengthening integrated water resource management.
• Advancing spring rejuvenation and watershed conservation.
• Supporting evidence-based environmental planning.
• Building resilient and water-secure rural communities.
• Contributing to sustainable development through collaborative environmental initiatives.