Other Key Functionaries
Dr. Nudrat Zawar Sayed
National Coordinator
She holds a doctoral degree in Botany from Mumbai University with specialization in conservation of forest trees. She is an academician and researcher in the field of environment and allied field forestry, wildlife and environmental conservation. She also has experience of working on Regional and Zonal Master plans of Eco-sensitive Zones
Mr. Umesh Dhotekar
Regional Coordinator – Central Region
A retired forest officer from Maharashtra cadre with 29 years of experience in handling all issues related to forest and wildlife. His expertise lies in capacity building of forest staff and communities living in the forest. He also has vast experience in dealing with situations of Human-Wildlife Conflict.
Mr. Ishteyaque Patel
RS-GIS Expert
His expertise lies in Technology Development and Applications in GIS, Remote Sensing, and Allied Technologies and Networking. Extremely adept estimation of wildlife using the latest tools and technologies. Apart from this, he has been actively involved in education and awareness generation programs and all the field-based activities of the organization.
Mr. Popatrao. B. Bhalekar
He has 30 years of experience in the Maharastra state government forest department and retired as a Divisional Forest Officer, Wild Life. He has vast experience working on WaterShed Management, Catchment Area Treatment Plans, bamboo cultivation and community land afforestation works. He also has experience in Wildlife management Habitat improvement and human wildlife conflict management.
Ms. Rafat Sayed
Office Manager
20 years of experience in managing a wide array of establishments ranging from craft centre to academy. Adept at handling issues related to office administration.