PSParupalli Sridhar
@parupallisridhar
Geoinformatics expert specializing in GIS, remote sensing, hydrological modeling.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a Ph.D.-qualified Geoinformatics professional with extensive experience applying GIS, remote sensing, GPS/GNSS and data analytics to solve land and water resource challenges. I have led projects in land use/land cover modeling, urban growth mapping, and environmental impact assessment.
My domain expertise includes hydrological modeling using the SWAT model, soil erosion and sediment transport assessment, and integrated watershed management. I combine field GPS/GNSS surveys with geodatabase design to deliver accurate geospatial solutions.
I have substantial academic and institutional experience as a professor, senior faculty and theme expert, mentoring M.Tech and B.Tech students and supervising research scholars. I have authored a textbook, "GIS Experiments Using ArcGIS," and contributed to World Bank–linked projects and national guidelines for remote sensing and GIS methodologies.
I am committed to multidisciplinary collaboration, translating technical analyses into actionable policy and sustainable strategies, and advancing geospatial education and applied research.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Faculty - Water Resources
Engineering College of India
Mar 2025 - Jul 2025 (4 months)
Served as senior faculty in the Water Resources Development Division, teaching and supervising projects in hydrological modelling and GIS-based water resource management; contributed to curriculum and lab development.
Theme Expert (RS & GIS, IT)
National Rainfed Area Authority
Dec 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 1 month)
Acted as theme expert for the REWARD World Bank project, led field data collection, collaborated with state RS centers and NRSC scientists, and drafted RS/GIS methodology guidelines used for national project implementation.
Professor of Civil Engineering
Shri Vishnu Engineering College for Women
Nov 2012 - Dec 2022 (10 years 1 month)
Taught M.Tech (Geoinformatics) and B.Tech courses, led labs in GIS/RS and watershed management, served on multiple Boards of Studies, and supervised M.Tech/B.Tech research projects focused on hydrology and remote sensing.
Assistant Professor (C)
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada
Feb 2011 - Oct 2012 (1 year 8 months)
Served as Assistant Professor teaching civil engineering subjects and supporting department academic activities during 2011–2012.
Assistant Professor (Contract)
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Feb 2011 - Oct 2012 (1 year 8 months)
Worked as Assistant Professor (Feb 2011–Oct 2012) teaching civil engineering subjects and supporting departmental academic activities.
Project Scientist
Centre for Geo-Informatics Application in Rural Development
May 2007 - Jan 2011 (3 years 8 months)
Prepared detailed thematic layers (17 layers at 1:10,000) for the APIB project, integrated geospatial data into a web-GIS platform, and supported agricultural planning and decision-making tools.
Project Scientist
Centre for Geo-Informatics Application in Rural Development
May 2007 - Jan 2011 (3 years 8 months)
Served as Project Scientist at NIRD C-GARD (May 2007–Jan 2011), developed 17 thematic layers at 1:10,000 scale for the APIB project and integrated geospatial datasets into a web GIS for agricultural planning.
Research Assistant
Water Technology Center
Nov 2006 - Apr 2007 (5 months)
Assisted research activities in water technology including data processing and GIS-based analysis to support hydrological studies.
Project Assistant
CSIT, JNTUH
Jun 2005 - Nov 2006 (1 year 5 months)
Supported GIS and research projects through data digitization, map preparation, and project documentation for academic and technical initiatives.
GIS Engineer
Avineon India
May 2001 - Nov 2002 (1 year 6 months)
Led digitization and quality control of parcel and electrical network maps, overseeing a team to deliver accurate geospatial datasets for municipal planning.
GIS Engineer
Elexir Technologies
Mar 2000 - Apr 2001 (1 year 1 month)
Performed GIS engineering tasks including map digitization and spatial data management for urban planning projects.
GIS Engineer
Elixir Technologies
Mar 2000 - Apr 2001 (1 year 1 month)
Served as GIS Engineer (Mar 2000–Apr 2001) working on town planning map digitization and spatial data production using AutoCAD and GIS tools.
CAD/GIS Engineer
Vision Labs
Jan 1999 - Feb 2000 (1 year 1 month)
Worked on CAD and GIS projects, digitizing town planning maps and supporting geospatial deliverables for municipal projects.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
JKJawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Doctor of Philosophy, Spatial Information Technology
Ph.D. in Spatial Information Technology with research on remote sensing applications and SWAT-based assessment and management of Kaddam Watershed.
Jawaharlal Nehru University of Hyderabad (Institute of Science and Technology, JNTUH)
Master of Technology, Spatial Information Technology
Master of Technology in Spatial Information Technology focused on geoinformatics and remote sensing applications.
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (India)
Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering awarded by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (India).
JHJawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad
Master of Technology, Spatial Information Technology
Completed M.Tech in Spatial Information Technology focusing on geoinformatics, remote sensing, and GIS applications.
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (India)
Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Institution of Mechanical Engineers (India).
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