Nepal Development Research Institute

Mr. Rajendra Shrestha

Research Associate (Civil and Hydropower Engineer | Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Specialist)

Rajendra K. Shrestha is a skilled Civil Engineer specializing in hydropower engineering, and in related field of water resource management, climate-resilient infrastructure, and hydrological modeling. As a Research Assistant, he has significantly contributed to research on climate-resilient hydropower and led projects in infrastructure development and disaster management. Rajendra's expertise includes climate risk assessment, hydraulic structure design, and extensive fieldwork in Nepal's infrastructure sector. His leadership spans managing large-scale bridge construction projects and supporting disaster recovery efforts through innovative engineering solutions. Proficient in cutting-edge tools like GIS, Python, MATLAB,GEE and hydrological modeling platforms, Rajendra combines technical excellence with a deep commitment to sustainable development. His work continues to drive resilience and innovation in civil and hydropower engineering