Team Members
Suman Prakash Pradhan
Under Secretary
Suman is a holds a Master of Science in Environmental Science with a Specialization in Natural Resources. He is working as a Research Associate at UKRI-GCRF-South Asian Nitrogen Hub, Kathmandu University, Nepal. His research interests include natural product chemistry and the metagenomics approach in the selection of bioindicators of environmental stresses in terrestrial habitats.
Aashish Mishra
Treasurer
Aashish has a postgraduate degree from Purbanchal University and is active in the field of journalism and advertising wherein he has designed various Information, Education and Communication (IEC) Materials and promotional advertisements regarding environmental conservation. He has also provided inputs in various capacities to other environmental advertisements produced by his organization.
Kevin Bajracharya
Program Coordinator & Creative Lead
Kevin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from Kathmandu University, Nepal. Passionate about resilience and climate-adaptive technologies, he collaborated with a dynamic team to communicate disaster risk at Youth Innovation Lab and advocate data-driven policies at the municipal level through creative visual storytelling. Likewise, through Greenway Nepal, he promoted sustainable urban mobility in Kathmandu through bicycling. A storytelling enthusiast, Kevin shares project narratives and enjoys cycling and exploring new destinations in his free time.
Shreeya Manandhar
Research Officer
Shreeya is a Master’s student of environmental science at Kathmandu University. She plays an instrumental role in in promoting various ecological studies about sedimentation problems in Nagdaha and also in prototyping biopesticide production. She has a passion for creating positive change in the community and the environment through sustainable agriculture practices.
Aditya Pal
Research Officer
Aditya holds a Master’s in Zoology, specializing in Wildlife and Ecology, from the Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University. A passionate wildlife researcher and photographer, Aditya has been dedicated to studying the avian fauna of Nepal. His research focuses on grassland birds, including the Bengal Florican and Yellow-breasted Bunting. In addition to his research, Aditya is committed to educating children about bird biology and ecology. He has inspired many to engage in conservation efforts and work towards preserving nature.
Nikita Phuyal
Project Officer
Nikita is a dedicated wildlife conservationist who graduated from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, with a Master’s degree in Wildlife Management and Biodiversity Conservation. Her academic achievements were recognized with a merit scholarship. Nikita has a strong foundation in GIS and R-programming, which she has applied effectively in her research. As a principal researcher, she has contributed significantly to understanding the illegal trade of Pangolins and the population status of Mugger Crocodiles in Nepal.
Sujan Prakash Pradhan
Intern
Rabina Dhakal
Research Associate
Rabina is a dedicated and enthusiastic environmental engineer who graduated from Kathmandu University with a passion for protecting our planet. She is committed to advancing her career in sustainable practices and making a positive impact on the environment.
Yazu Nakarmi
Research Assistant
Yazu holds a B.Sc. degree in Environmental Science from Tribhuvan University. He is passionate about biodiversity conservation and sustainable waste management. He was involved in various waste assessment projects with practical experience in managing both healthcare waste and municipal general waste. He completed his undergraduate thesis on the status and distribution of invasive plant species in Nag Daha. He also has experience in vermicomposting and hydroponics. In addition, he is an avid birdwatcher with a keen eye on ecological systems and environmental surroundings.
Outside of work, Yazu enjoys maintaining aquariums, caring for houseplants, playing musical instruments, exploring new places, handwriting, and exercising.
Kasturi Chhetri
Research Fellow
Kasturi Chhetri is a biodiversity conservation and environmental professional with an academic background in Zoology and Ecology and extensive experience in ecological research, project coordination, scientific documentation, environmental education, and community engagement. With a strong interest in biodiversity conservation and ecosystem restoration, she brings together scientific knowledge, field experience, and effective communication to support environmental sustainability and conservation initiatives. She holds a Master’s degree in Zoology, specializing in Ecology, from the Central Department of Zoology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Her postgraduate research focused on the diet analysis of Barking Deer (Muntiacus vaginalis).
Alina Mahajran
Research Fellow
Alina Maharjan is a Nepalese zoologist and wildlife researcher with a Master’s degree in Zoology from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu. Her research interests include human–wildlife conflict, species distribution, and biodiversity conservation. She has contributed to research on human–leopard conflict involving the leopard (Panthera pardus) in Godawari Municipality, Lalitpur, and the status, distribution, and mapping of pangolins and King Cobras in Parbat District. With experience in scientific research, laboratory management, and education, she is committed to supporting wildlife conservation, scientific research, and environmental sustainability in Nepal.
Former Staff
Bibek Shrestha
Researcher
A Master of Environmental Science graduate from the Yale School of the Environment, Bibek led a research project on measurement of greenhouse gas (GHG) fluxes from a variety of aquatic environments in Nepal including hydropower reservoirs, lakes, and rivers. Bibek also supported our grant applications, development of training materials and knowledge products on aquatic ecosystem conservation, and guided the implementation of our projects including rain gardens and floating wetland treatment systems in Kathmandu Valley.