Dr. Dericks Praise Shukla, born on January 2, 1982, is an esteemed Associate Professor with a robust academic and research background in Remote Sensing and GIS. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics, Electronics, and Mathematics from Ewing Christian College, Allahabad University, completed between 1999 and 2002. He then pursued a Master of Science degree in Remote Sensing and GIS from Jiwaji University, which he obtained from 2002 to 2004. Dr. Shukla further advanced his expertise by earning a Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and Environmental Hydro-Geology from the University of Delhi, where he studied from 2006 to 2012.Dr. Shukla’s professional career has been marked by significant contributions to both teaching and research. Since December 2019, he has been associated with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, where he is involved in teaching, research, and administrative duties. Prior to this, from January 2015 to November 2019, he also held similar responsibilities at IIT Mandi. From August 2011 to January 2015, Dr. Shukla worked at Ram Lal Anand College and the Department of Geology, where he continued his dedication to teaching and research. His professional journey began at J.M EnviroNet Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon, where he served as a Functional Area Expert for EIA as a consultant in Remote Sensing and GIS from November 2009 to August 2013.