Dr. Vijayendra Pratap Dheeraj: Assistant Professor at Rajkiya Engineering College, Ambedkar Nagar, (U.P), India
Dr. Vijayendra Pratap Dheeraj is a passionate researcher and educator specializing in environmental engineering, mine environment, and sustainable water management. With a strong focus on applying advanced analytical and geospatial techniques, he aims to understand and mitigate the environmental impacts of mining activities. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, contributed to workshops, and actively participates in academic and professional communities to promote research-driven solutions for environmental challenges in India.
Online Profiles
Google Scholar Profile
Dr. Dheeraj maintains a strong professional presence online to facilitate academic collaboration and research dissemination. His ORCID profile (0000-0002-8488-6093) lists all his publications, ongoing projects, and collaborations. His Google Scholar profile (Link) shows 76 total citations since 2020, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 5, reflecting consistent contributions to environmental and mine engineering research.
Education
Dr. Dheeraj has a comprehensive academic background in engineering and environmental sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Mine Environment from IIT (BHU) Varanasi (2019–2024), focusing on the hydrogeochemical impacts of coal mining, achieving a CGPA of 9.40. Prior to this, he completed his M.Tech in Environmental Engineering from NIT Patna (2016–2018) with an 8.21 CGPA, where he studied river water quality using modern assessment methods. His undergraduate degree, B.Tech in Civil Engineering from REC Azamgarh (2010–2014), with 73% marks, laid a strong foundation in engineering principles and environmental applications.
Research Focus
Dr. Dheeraj’s research focuses on water quality assessment, pollution evaluation, and sustainable resource management in mining-impacted regions. His work employs advanced multivariate statistical methods, geospatial analysis, and water quality indices (WQIs) to understand the interaction between mining activities and environmental health. He is particularly interested in heavy metal contamination, groundwater-surface water interaction, and health risk assessments, with applications aimed at supporting policymakers and environmental management agencies.
Experience
Dr. Dheeraj has significant teaching and research experience, having served as Guest Faculty at M.M.M. University of Technology, Gorakhpur, and Rajkiya Engineering College, Ambedkar Nagar. He has guided undergraduate and postgraduate students in environmental projects, organized workshops on GIS and water quality monitoring, and contributed to national and international conferences. His professional experience blends academic rigor with applied research in real-world mining environments.
Research Timeline & Activities
Ph.D. (2019–2024): Conducted detailed hydrogeochemical and health risk studies of groundwater in Korba Coalfield, Chhattisgarh, using multivariate statistical techniques and water quality indices.
M.Tech (2016–2018): Assessed Ganga River water quality in Patna, including seasonal variation studies and pollution source identification.
B.Tech (2010–2014): Explored sustainable construction techniques using waste materials in road projects.
Workshops & FDPs: Actively participated in training programs on GIS, remote sensing, water quality modeling, and statistical analysis to enhance practical research skills.
Awards & Honors
Dr. Dheeraj has been recognized for academic excellence and research contributions. He qualified GATE in 2016, secured 2nd position in his M.Tech cohort at NIT Patna, and received scholarships from the Ministry of Human Resource Development for both M.Tech and Ph.D. studies. He also serves as a reviewer for high-impact journals like Sustainable Water Resource Management (Springer) and Stochastic Environmental Research and Risk Assessment, reflecting his credibility and standing in the research community.
Top Noted Publication
One of Dr. Dheeraj’s most significant publications is titled “Hydrogeochemical quality investigation of groundwater resource using multivariate statistical methods, water quality indices (WQIs), and health risk assessment in Korba Coalfield Region, India,” published in Stochastic Environmental Research and Risk Assessment (2025). This work combines field data, statistical modeling, and geospatial analysis to provide actionable insights for environmental monitoring and public health risk mitigation in mining regions.
Heavy metal pollution indices estimation and principal component analysis to evaluate groundwater quality for drinking purposes in coalfield region, India, Sustainable Water Resources Management, 2024 – 19 citations
Assessment of surface and ground water quality around Korba Coalfield, India: integrated approach of WQI, multivariate statistics, and GIS, Sustainable Water Resources Management, 2023 – 16 citations
Groundwater quality assessment in Korba Coalfield region, India: GIS and HPI model, Nature Environment and Pollution Technology, 2023 – 16 citations
Hydrogeochemical quality investigation using multivariate methods, WQIs, and health risk assessment in Korba, Stochastic Environmental Research and Risk Assessment, 2025 – 11 citations
Evaluation of groundwater quality using WQI in Ambedkar Nagar City, Uttar Pradesh, International Conference on Advances in Civil Engineering, 2020 – 10 citations
Strengths for Young Researcher Award
Significant Research Contributions Early in Career
Despite being early in his academic career, Dr. Dheeraj has published multiple peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals, with 76 citations since 2020.
His work demonstrates consistent productivity and influence in the fields of environmental engineering and mine water management.
Innovative and Interdisciplinary Research Approach
Employs advanced multivariate statistical methods, GIS, water quality indices (WQIs), and health risk assessments to evaluate groundwater and surface water in mining-impacted areas.
Integrates environmental engineering, geospatial analysis, and public health considerations, showing creativity and forward-thinking in problem-solving.
Practical Impact and Policy Relevance
Research addresses real-world environmental challenges, such as heavy metal contamination and groundwater pollution in coalfield regions.
Provides actionable insights for policymakers and environmental management authorities, bridging the gap between research and societal benefit.
Early Recognition and Academic Excellence
Achieved notable academic milestones including GATE qualification, top ranks in M.Tech, and scholarships for M.Tech and Ph.D. studies.
Reviewed for high-impact journals, reflecting trust in his expertise even as a young researcher.
Active Engagement in Research Community and Skill Development
Participated in workshops, FDPs, and conferences on GIS, water quality modeling, and environmental monitoring.
Mentored students and facilitated knowledge sharing, showing leadership and commitment to fostering future research talent.