Our Team

Director

Prof. Mahavir Singh

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Leading the strategic vision of C-GENT, bridging academic excellence with state and national energy goals. Committed to transforming HPU into a hub for sustainable innovation.

Research Interests: Strategic Policy, Educational Leadership, Sustainable Development.

Associate Directors

Dr. Sandeep Chauhan

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Focusing on polymer chemistry and nanotechnology integration for sustainable fuel solutions.

Research Interests: Polymer Chemistry, Nanocomposites.

Dr. Ramesh Chand Thakur

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Specializing in chemical synthesis for green energy applications and advanced battery materials.

Research Interests: Physical Chemistry, Thermodynamics, Energy Storage.

Deputy Director

Dr. Manish Kumar

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Dr. Manish Kumar is a renewable energy researcher specializing in floating and integrated photovoltaic systems. With experience across India, Norway, and Germany, his work focuses on performance, reliability, and predictive modeling of PV technologies. He contributes to global research through publications, collaborations, and journal reviewing in leading energy science platforms.

Research Interests: Performance, reliability, and degradation analysis of solar PV technologies, environmental stress testing, power output forecasting, and system optimization. Floating PV (FPV), water-body based PV, and agriculture-integrated PV systems.

Assistant Directors

Dr. Devraj Mastteta

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Coordinating field projects and student engagement activities within the Centre.

Research Interests: Field Research, Project Coordination.

Dr. Rajesh K. Jaryal

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Dr. Jaryal is an Assistant Professor of Zoology in the Department of Biosciences, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. He holds a Master’s degree and a PhD in Zoology from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, and has more than a decade of experience in teaching and research. His research expertise spans Animal Physiology, Cancer Biology, Nanotherapeutics, Natural Product Research, and Herbal Medicines.

Research Interests: Animal Physiology, Cancer Biology, Nanotherapeutics, Natural Product Research, and Herbal Medicines.

Research & Technical Staff

Smt. Anju Devi

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Conducting primary research and managing project coordination for C-GENT initiatives.

Role Focus: Research & Project Administration.

Sh. Devender Kumar

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Sh. Devender Kumar plays a key role in managing the Centre’s technical operations and digital infrastructure. He is responsible for website management, IT support services, and ensuring the smooth functioning of technical systems. His expertise contributes to maintaining a reliable and efficient technological environment that supports the Centre’s academic and administrative activities.

Role Focus

IT Support and Troubleshooting
Website Development & Management
Technical Infrastructure Maintenance
Digital Services Support
System Administration & Coordination

Key Responsibilities

Managing and updating the Centre’s website and online platforms.
Providing technical assistance to staff, faculty, and stakeholders.
Maintaining IT infrastructure and ensuring system reliability.
Supporting digital initiatives and technology-driven projects.
Coordinating technical requirements for events, workshops, and academic activities.

Our Research Scholars

Mr. Rajat Rajnish

Research Schallor (JRF)
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Mr. Rajat Rajnish is a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at the Centre for Green Energy and Nanotechnology (C-GENT), Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. He is currently working under the ANRF Prime Minister’s Early Career Research Programme on the development of AI-optimized Solar Tree-Based Agro-Photovoltaic Systems.

A Gold Medalist in M.Tech (Energy Technology) from National Institute of Technology (NIT) Hamirpur, Mr. Rajat possesses expertise in renewable energy technologies, geospatial analysis, mechanical design, and data analytics. His research integrates Artificial Intelligence, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), photovoltaic technologies, and sustainable agricultural energy solutions to develop innovative and efficient clean energy systems. He is committed to advancing intelligent renewable energy technologies through interdisciplinary research, engineering innovation, and data-driven decision-making.

Role Focus: Resear

Artificial Intelligence for Renewable Energy Applications
Solar Tree-Based Agro-Photovoltaic (Agro-PV) Systems
Renewable Energy System Design and Optimization
Geospatial Analysis and Site Suitability Mapping (QGIS)
Mechanical Design and Structural Modeling
Solar Irradiance and Shading Analysis
Data Analytics and Predictive Modeling
Sustainable Agricultural Energy Solutions
Energy System Performance Evaluation
Interdisciplinary Research and Innovation

Key Responsibilities

Conduct interdisciplinary research on AI-enabled Solar Tree-Based Agro-Photovoltaic (Agro-PV) systems, integrating renewable energy technologies, predictive analytics, and sustainable agricultural solutions.
Design, develop, and optimize solar energy systems through geospatial analysis, structural modeling, solar resource assessment, and AI-driven performance optimization.
Perform data collection, analysis, visualization, and technical documentation using advanced engineering and data analytics tools to support research outcomes and project deliverables.
Collaborate with researchers, faculty, and industry partners to publish research, develop innovative clean energy solutions, and contribute to the Centre’s academic, research, and technology-driven initiatives.

Er. Bhavay Bhaskar Singla

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Er. Bhavay Bhaskar Singla is an AI and Energy Systems Research Scholar with expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Smart Grid Technologies, and Renewable Energy Systems. Currently serving as an ANRF Junior Research Fellow at Himachal Pradesh University, he is actively involved in nationally funded interdisciplinary research focused on AI-driven solar energy forecasting, photovoltaic system optimization, and sustainable energy solutions.

With academic qualifications in Computer Science Engineering, Energy Technologies, and Data Science & Business Analytics, his research integrates advanced AI techniques with clean energy applications. He has published research papers in reputed journals and conferences covering AI, smart grids, energy analytics, responsible AI, and digital education. His work aims to develop innovative, sustainable, and technology-driven solutions that contribute to the future of intelligent energy systems.