Laxmikanta Nanda
EXPERTISE INFORMATION

Research Group

Areas of Interest

1. Morpho-tectonics study using Remote sensing and GIS 2. Hydrology 3. Sedimentology 4. Geochemistry

Mr. Laxmikanta Nanda

Guest Faculty, RS and GIS

laxmikantananda97@gmail.com

(+91)-9090339754





PERSONAL INFORMATION

Geologist with an M.Tech. in Geoexploration from IIT Bombay, specializing in mineral exploration, geophysical investigations, and geological data interpretation. Research interests include morphotectonics, sedimentology, geochemistry, basin analysis, and structural geology, with experience in studying tectonic signatures, landscape evolution, and sedimentary systems. Worked as a Geologist at Hutti Gold Mines Ltd. in underground mining operations and as Project Assistant-II at IIG, Navi Mumbai, conducting ground magnetic surveys and geophysical investigations under the GGDT program. Proficient in ArcGIS, QGIS, and geoinformatics, with expertise in integrating field observations, geophysical datasets, and scientific analysis for exploration and applied earth science projects.

  • M.Tech (Geoexploration) – IIT Bombay (2022)
  • M.Sc. (Applied Geology) – KBC NMU, Jalgaon, Maharashtra (2020)
  • B.Sc. (Geology Hons.) – Utkal University (2018)

  • Geologist – HGML, Karnataka (2023)
  • Project Assistant-II – IIG, Navi Mumbai (2022–2023)

  • Morphotectonic Study of the Major Watersheds of the Krishna River, India (M.Tech. Project)
    Funding Agency: IIT Bombay
    Duration: 2 Years
    Status: Completed
  • Indian Cretaceous Sediments in Hydrocarbon System
    Funding Agency:
    Status: Completed
  • Seasonal Changes in Suspended Particulate Matter from the Continental Shelf of India
    Funding Agency: CSIR–NIO
    Status: Completed

  • Degree: M.Tech
    Title: Morphotectonic Study of the Major Watersheds of the Krishna River, India
    Enrolled Year: 2021
    Graduated Year: 2022
    Supervisor: Prof. Soumyajit Mukherjee

  • Student Companion – Institute Student Companionship Program (ISCP), IIT Bombay
    Duration: 2021 – 2022
  • Member – Board of Studies and Academic Committees, KBC NMU
    Duration: 2020 – 2021