R K Malhotra brings hands-on experience from major irrigation and water resource projects. His distinguished career spans the design and execution of gravity dams, power plants, tunnels, canals, and other key components of large-scale water infrastructure. He began his professional journey with the iconic Bhakra Dam and rose to senior leadership positions, including General Manager on major public sector projects. In 1988, he joined the World Bank in New Delhi as an Irrigation Engineer, a position he held until January 1994. Post-retirement, he continued his association with the World Bank as a national and international consultant, contributing to critical water initiatives in India and Sri Lanka. Renowned for field-tested and innovative solutions,
R K Malhotra has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to water and power development, including the prestigious Diamond Jubilee Shanti Yadav Mohan Award from the Central Board of Irrigation.
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A Handbook on Waterbody Conservation
₹3,000.00Author: R K Malhotra Editor: Madhur Khanna
Water is life, engineering it well is survival.In a world grappling with water scarcity, climate uncertainty, and the demands of unsustainable development, A Handbook n Waterbody Conservation serves as a practical reference for engineers, policymakers, and practitioners. Drawing on decades of field experience, it offers a rich compendium of actionable solutions spanning rehabilitation, maintenance, construction, and conservation of water infrastructure. Designed as a practical guide, the handbook goes beyond theory, presenting tested approaches for real-world implementation. It is a vital tool for those engaged in protecting and sustaining water resources and represents the culmination of a lifelong commitment to safeguarding one of the planet’s most vital resources—water.Blending technical expertise with practical insight, this handbook offers a comprehensive resource for the construction, rehabilitation, and upkeep of water storage structures, along with soil and water conservation practices. Grounded in field experience, it addresses key challenges associated with water infrastructure today. What sets this book apart is its emphasis on practical engineering solutions, supported by community participation, grassroots innovation, and project oversight.“Work is worship” has long been R K Malhotra’s guiding belief.In his own words: “Knowledge is a vast ocean— take a sip and share it with others”This handbook is more than a technical resource. It reflects R K Malhotra’s professional experience and commitment to hands-on service, problem-solving, and the sharing of knowledge to support sustainable water management.Interested readers may write to us at mup@manipal.edu about purchasing the book.
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