Overview

An educational trip was organized to Chakrata and the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Uttarakhand, with the objective of providing experiential learning and field-based exposure to students. At Chakrata, students explored the unique geographical features, forest ecosystems, and socio-cultural landscapes of the Himalayan region, gaining practical insights into physical and human geography. The visit to IIRS offered an opportunity to understand advanced geospatial technologies, including remote sensing, GIS, and satellite applications in resource management and environmental monitoring. The trip successfully integrated field observation with technological learning, enriching students’ academic knowledge and research perspectives.

Advisor

Prof (Dr) Anviti Gupta (Dean SSHSS)

8090060667

dean.shss@sharda.ac.in

Objectives of Event

The main objectives of the event are:

1.To provide students with field-based exposure to the geographical and ecological features of the Himalayan region at Chakrata.

2.To familiarize students with advanced geospatial technologies, including Remote Sensing and GIS, at the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Uttarakhand.

3.To bridge classroom learning with practical applications in environmental and resource management.

4.To strengthen research orientation and analytical skills through experiential learning.

5.To encourage interdisciplinary understanding of physical landscapes, ecosystems, and technological tools.

Convener Details

Dr. Dhanendra Kumar Singh 

6396516534

dhanendra.singh@sharda.ac.in

Dr. Krishnanand

9891138082

krishnanand.5@sharda.ac.in

Co- Convener details

Dr. Vipin Solanki

9351207145

vipin.solanki@sharda.ac.in