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Ramakanta Naik

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Tata Institute of Social Sciences

ORCID iD 0000-0003-1736-8509
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Ramakanta Naik – Researcher | Climate Resilience & Disaster Risk Reduction Specialist
Ramakanta Naik is a dedicated research professional specializing in climate-resilient agriculture, disaster risk reduction, community resilience, and agricultural risk management. With over six years of experience in academic research and field-based projects, he has contributed significantly to understanding the resilience strategies of farmers in vulnerable regions.

He holds an M.A. in Geography from Utkal University, an M.Phil. in Disaster Management from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai, and has recently submitted his Ph.D. thesis on "The Role of Farmers' Agricultural Risk Resilience Strategy" at TISS, Mumbai. His doctoral research focuses on farmers' risk perception and resilience strategies in the face of agricultural uncertainties, particularly in Kalahandi district, Odisha.

Ramakanta’s research has been published in esteemed journals, including his recent article "Household Resilience Capital and Community Resilience: A Comparative Analysis of SHG and Non-SHG Households in Rural India", published in The Community Development Journal (Taylor & Francis). His work critically examines the role of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in enhancing resilience through financial, social, and human capital development.

Beyond academia, he has been actively engaged in climate adaptation initiatives, policy evaluation, and community-based disaster risk reduction programs. His expertise in quantitative and qualitative research, stakeholder engagement, and policy-driven solutions makes him a valuable asset to organizations working on sustainable development and environmental governance.

Currently, Ramakanta is seeking opportunities in academia, research institutions, and development organizations where he can apply his skills to drive meaningful impact in climate change adaptation, water resource management, and sustainable agriculture.

He is also passionate about teaching and mentoring, aspiring to contribute to academic programs that foster critical thinking and research-driven solutions for environmental and social challenges.

Contact Information:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: +91 9939643326

Employment

  • Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Project Research Assistant
    2018 - 2019

Education

  • Tata Institute of Social Sciences M.Phil
    2016 - 2018

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (3)