The Tanks of Anekal project has been funded by the faculty grants scheme of the Research Centre of Azim Premji University with the goal of producing data that are accessible and actionable. The project welcomes volunteer inputs and contributions, so do write at the email below if you are interested in working on any aspect of urban lake documentation, survey or management. Positions for research associates are announced at regular intervals – currently there are no open positions.
Meet the Team
Kaustubh Rau
Project Lead
Kaustubh Rau, a faculty member at the School of Arts and Sciences, is a biologist exploring our evolving relationship with nature. Noticing the rapid environmental decline during his birdwatching trips to Anekal’s tanks, he started this project to raise awareness. He envisions this website as a catalyst for change, encouraging people to connect with nearby tanks and take part in conservation efforts.
Aditya Bhansali
Research Assistant
A life sciences graduate with a strong passion for environmental conservation and lake restoration, I am committed to exploring sustainable ways for natural ecosystems to coexist with urbanization. Through this project, I aim to deepen my understanding of water bodies, their ecological significance, and how community-driven efforts can contribute to their preservation.
Past Members
Ayushi Biswas
Research Assistant
Ayushi, a Master’s graduate in Earth Sciences, has worked in hydro-glaciology at IISc Bengaluru and as a hydrogeologist using GIS and remote sensing to study Bengaluru’s shallow aquifers. She aims to simplify hydrological lake data, making it accessible for informed decision-making.