{"id":1497,"date":"2024-03-20T17:30:37","date_gmt":"2024-03-20T17:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/?page_id=1497"},"modified":"2024-03-20T17:30:37","modified_gmt":"2024-03-20T17:30:37","slug":"capabalities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/capabalities\/","title":{"rendered":"Capabalities"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>\n               Faculty of Engineering<br \/>\n            <\/h2>\n<h2>Faculty of Engineering<\/h2>\n<p>The Faculty of Engineering plays a pivotal role within the Water &amp; Land Management Institute (WALMI) in Aurangabad, serving as a cornerstone for the institute&#8217;s mission of sustainable water and land resource management. Through its interdisciplinary approach, the Faculty of Engineering integrates principles of civil, environmental, and agricultural engineering to address the complex challenges surrounding water and land management.<\/p>\n<p>Faculty members contribute expertise in areas such as hydrology, irrigation engineering, watershed management, and soil conservation, fostering innovative research and educational programs tailored to the region&#8217;s needs. As Aurangabad faces pressing issues related to water scarcity, soil erosion, and agricultural sustainability, the Faculty of Engineering at WALMI stands as a beacon of knowledge and innovation, providing solutions that not only enhance agricultural productivity but also promote environmental conservation and socioeconomic development. Its importance lies not only in producing skilled professionals but also in pioneering transformative approaches that safeguard the vital resources of water and land for future generations.\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>The Engineering Faculty performs the following responsibilities:<\/h2>\n<p>\t\tThe Engineering Faculty at the Water &#038; Land Management Institute (WALMI) in Aurangabad shoulders several critical responsibilities to fulfill the institute&#8217;s mandate of sustainable water and land management:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Curriculum Development : <\/strong> WALMI conducts cutting-edge research to understand the dynamics of water and land management, addressing critical issues such as soil erosion, groundwater depletion, and watershed management.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Research and Innovation : <\/strong> Providing training programs, workshops, and educational initiatives to enhance the capacity of stakeholders, including professionals, farmers, policymakers, and local communities, in adopting effective water and land management practices.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Education and Training :<\/strong> Developing and promoting innovative technologies and best practices for efficient water and land management, and facilitating the transfer of these technologies to end-users through extension services and outreach programs.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Consultancy and Advisory Services :<\/strong> Engaging in advocacy efforts to influence policy decisions at the local, regional, and national levels, advocating for policies and regulations that support sustainable water and land management practices and promote the conservation of natural resources.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Community Engagement :<\/strong> Establishing collaborative partnerships with government agencies, research institutions, universities, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to leverage resources, expertise, and knowledge for addressing common challenges in water and land management.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Interdisciplinary Collaboration :<\/strong> Engaging with local communities through awareness-raising campaigns, participatory decision-making processes, and community-based projects to promote sustainable water and land management practices and empower community members to actively participate in resource management initiatives.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\"><strong>Policy Advocacy :<\/strong> Conducting regular monitoring and evaluation activities to assess the impact of interventions, track progress towards achieving goals and objectives, and identify areas for improvement in water and land management strategies and programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Engineering Faculty at WALMI Aurangabad plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable development by integrating engineering principles with interdisciplinary knowledge and practical solutions for effective water and land management. Their efforts contribute to environmental sustainability, agricultural productivity, and the well-being of communities in the region and beyond.\t\t<\/p>\n<h2>Functions of Engineering Faculty :<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Curriculum development integrating engineering principles with environmental sciences.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Conducting cutting-edge research on efficient water use, soil conservation, and watershed management.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Providing high-quality education and training to students, professionals, and stakeholders.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Offering consultancy services to government agencies, NGOs, and industries.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Engaging in community outreach and awareness campaigns.<\/li>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: circle;\">Advocating for policies promoting sustainable water and land management practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Faculty of Engineering<\/h2>\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/team-02.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Dr. Avinash S. Garudkar<\/h3>\n<p>Professor and Head (Engineering)<\/p>\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/team-02.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Dr. Dilip G Durbude<\/h3>\n<p>Associate Professor<\/p>\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/team-02.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Er. Madhusudan Y. Khadatare<\/h3>\n<p>Assistant Professor<\/p>\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"585\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/team-02.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<h3>Er. Ajit Bhagwan Nirmale<\/h3>\n<p>Assistant Professor<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead style=\"background-color: #083c84;\">\n<tr>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" scope=\"col\">Name<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" >Designation<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" scope=\"col\">Qualification<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" scope=\"col\">Experience<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" scope=\"col\">Specialization<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" >Mob. No.<\/th>\n<th style=\" color: white;\" scope=\"col\">Email<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody style=\"font-family: 'Lato';font-size: 15px;\">\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Dr. Avinash S. Garudkar<\/th>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Professor and Head (Engineering)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\"width=\"20%\">ME (Civil-Hydrology) IIT  Roorkee, PhD (Multi Reservoir Optimization by GA) IIT Bombay, PG CIH (Hydrometeorology) Israel.<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">25 Years (Teaching, Research &#038; Extension)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\"width=\"20%\">Hydrology, Open Channel Hydraulics, Piped Irrigation Network, Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), Multi Reservoir Optimization (by Genetic Algorithm), Benchmarking of Irrigation Systems, Climate Change and Water Resources Management<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Dr. Dilip G Durbude<\/th>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Associate Professor<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">B.Tech., M.E. (SWCE), Ph.D. (IIT Roorkee)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">18 Years (Teaching, Research &#038; Extension)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Agricultural Enginering, Rainfall, Runoff Model, GIS, Remote Sensing in Hydrology<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Er. Madhusudan Y. Khadatare<\/th>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Assistant Professor<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">M. Tech. (Soil &#038; Water Engineering), PAU, Ludhiana, Punjab<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">11 Years (Teaching, Research &#038; Extension)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Irrigation &#038; Drainage Engineering, Irrigation water management, Remote Sensing &#038; GIS, Planning &#038; design of PVC pipe distribution system for gravity irrigation in command area, Planning &#038; design of Drip &#038; Sprinkler irrigation system, Assessment of Reservoir Sedimentation by using Remote Sensing &#038; GIS technique<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Er. Ajit Bhagwan Nirmale<\/th>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Assistant Professor<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">D.C.P.,C-DAC, M.E.(Ag) IWME,MPUAT, Udaipur Rajasthan.<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">14 Years (Teaching, Research &#038; Extension)<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">Irrigation Water Management Engineering, Planning &#038; Designing of Pipe Irrigation Network,Drainage Engineering, Remote sensing &#038; GIS, Automated Drip &#038; Sprinkler Irri.system.<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<td style=\"color:#000;\">&#8212;&#8212;-<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/plugins\/elementor\/assets\/images\/placeholder.png\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><br \/>\n\t\tThe Engineering Faculty at WALMI Aurangabad plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable development by integrating engineering principles with interdisciplinary knowledge and practical solutions for effective water and land management. Their efforts contribute to environmental sustainability, agricultural productivity, and the well-being of communities in the region and beyondWater &#038; Land Management Institute (WALMI) is a pioneering institution dedicated to research, education, and practical solutions in the fields of water and land management. Established with the vision of sustainable resource utilization and environmental stewardship, WALMI plays a crucial role in addressing the complex challenges posed by water scarcity, land degradation, and climate change.<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/walmi.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/S00-1-600x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Faculty of Engineering Faculty of Engineering The Faculty of Engineering plays a pivotal role within the Water &amp; Land Management Institute (WALMI) in Aurangabad, serving as a cornerstone for the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1497","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1497","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1497"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1497\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1498,"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1497\/revisions\/1498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/walmi.org\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}