Health, Education and Environment

Recognizing the interdependence of health, education, and environment, NDRI has established this thematic program to undertake comprehensive research activities in these critical areas. The research efforts within the program are intricately designed to complement each other, showcasing NDRI's commitment to advancing understanding and progress in health, education, and the environment domains. NDRI actively provides research findings to policymakers and advocates for evidence-informed policies in these critical areas.
Aligned with Nepal's commitment to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) milestones, NDRI aims to facilitate the realization of these goals in the specific sectors of Good Health and Well-being (Goal 3), Quality Education (Goal 4), and Clean Water and Sanitation (Goal 6). By integrating research, NDRI seeks to contribute significantly to achieving these SDGs, fostering sustainable and holistic development in Nepal.

Team Members

Dr. Jaya Kumar Gurung

Dr. Jaya Kumar Gurung

Lead/Coordinator, Health, Education and Environment Program

Dr. Nawa Raj Khatiwada

Dr. Nawa Raj Khatiwada

Senior Research Specialist (Environmental Engineering & Management)

Dr. Jyoti Giri

Dr. Jyoti Giri

Senior Research Specialist (Chemistry)

Dr. Basu Dev Pandey

Dr. Basu Dev Pandey

Senior Research Specialist (Public health & Hygiene)

Prof Dr. Madhav Prasad Pokharel

Prof Dr. Madhav Prasad Pokharel

Senior Research Specialist (Linguistic & Communication)

Ms. Kabita Yadav

Ms. Kabita Yadav

Research Associate

Ms. Anjana Lamichhane

Ms. Anjana Lamichhane

Research Associate

Mr. Kamal Chaulagain

Mr. Kamal Chaulagain

Research Associate

Ms. Utasaha Gartaula

Ms. Utasaha Gartaula

Senior Research Assistant

Ms. Sophiya Shrestha

Ms. Sophiya Shrestha

Senior Research Assistant