Dr. Pratap Naikwade, Secretary
Dr. Pratap, the Secretary of Sahyadri Sankalp Society, is an internationally recognized expert in the fields of sustainable agriculture, climate change, and biodiversity conservation. As the Head of the Department of Botany at ASP College, Devrukh, and a visiting scientist at Arizona State University, USA, he has made groundbreaking contributions to environmental science. Dr. Pratap has been invited to collaborate on research with Mauritius University and Auburn University, USA, focusing on organic farming and habitat conservation.
Dr. Pratap’s work spans diverse areas, from waste management and weed utilization to food preservation and carbon sequestration in ecosystems. In addition to his academic accomplishments, Dr. Pratap holds two patents and has successfully completed numerous research projects in botany, agriculture and environmental science. His research has resulted in many high-impact publications and the authorship of 10 books with international publishers. His excellence has been recognized with multiple awards, including Young Scientist of the Year, Outstanding Researcher Award, The Environmentalist Award etc.
With his vast expertise and deep commitment to conservation, Dr. Pratap plays a vital role in steering the Sahyadri Sankalp Society’s initiatives to protect and preserve the unique ecosystems of the Western Ghats.
