Core Team
Dr. Satyajit Dwivedi
Advisor M&E and Technology
Dr. Satyajit Dwivedi brings a unique blend of technological leadership and deep scientific knowledge to the Vanamali team. With 30 years of experience driving digital transformation across Energy, Utilities, and Government, his expertise lies in designing and implementing industrial AI solutions, making him a visionary at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and real-world systems. His leadership in applying AI for positive impact has earned him a Corporate Leadership Award for Excellence in AI 2025, recognition as the Most Innovative AI Leader by CIO Times in 2024, and a place among the 10 Best Leaders in AI 2023 in India.
He has a PhD in Water Science and Governance, complemented by degrees in Finance, Systems, and Electrical Engineering. This scientific foundation is paired with globally recognized certifications in ESG Strategy, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and Water Risk Assessment. As a Certified Change Management Professional, he translates complex strategies into impactful action. At Vanamali, we leverage his expertise in emerging technologies—geo-informatics, (Gen)AI, and water systems management—to enhance ecological research, monitor restoration projects with greater precision, and develop scalable, evidence-based frameworks for revitalizing landscapes like the Braj region.
Dr. Dwivedi’s award-winning wildlife photography is as much a conservation instrument as any scientific tool. He photographs to celebrate the extraordinary beauty of species already inhabiting these landscapes, and to bear witness to those quietly finding their way back. Each image is both a portrait and a question — honoring the grace and resilience of wildlife while asking whether we are doing enough to ensure its endures. His passion lies in demonstrating that technological innovation and deep ecological wisdom are not separate paths, but powerful partners in healing the planet.
Usha Srinivsan
Trustee
Usha Srinivasan considers herself blessed to have been born in the “Divyashetram” Srivilliputtur (Tamil Nadu) in the lap of nature and her grandparents, homschooled till the age of 7, she later completed B. Sc. (Hons.), Delhi University B.Ed, M.Ed. M. Phil in education, Fine arts and history of Indian art and architecture. She started and ran Astronomy and Environment clubs in Delhi schools since 1985, both of which are her passion. Usha ji is the Founding member of The Civil Services Society and Sanskriti School, Delhi. As senior advisor, Environment at Development Alternatives, she ran and coordinated the Nation- wide programme CLEAN India (Community Led Environment Action Network).
Member of IUCN (International union for nature Conservancy), ZERI (zero emission research initiatives) and Earth Charter. Usha Srinivasan authored and contributed (Hello stars and Astronomy for beginners, science and environment science text books for middle schools and teachers manuals)
Awards: National science talent scholarship, National award for innovative science teaching, Best teacher, Manthan award are just a few. Her zest for life is evident not just by the twinkle in her eyes and her contagious laugh as she shares her innumerable experiences but that her never say die spirit to the opportunities thrown at her as she continues to this day volunteering as a guide in the National Museum, New Delhi.
Mohit Saini
Trustee
Mohit Saini is from Delhi and completed engineering from IIT, Varanasi, he worked in different companies as Software Engineer – TCS, IBM and a few start-ups (one was of which he was a co-founder. He co-founded NGO called Hara Jeevan which acts as a vehicle for working towards nature. Its primary areas are tree plantation, solid waste management and spreading awareness about environmental issues and solutions. He invests his time into personal finance and holistic health of himself and his family. He has been a pillar of strength in lending back-end support with his usual trademark qualities of patience, honesty and humility towards the Vanamali project since its inception in 2020.
Padmavati Dwivedi
CEO, Vanamali
Padmavati Dwivedi has done Masters in Social work from Andhra University, after a brief stint as a human resource professional, she has been actively engaged in protection of urban trees for more than a decade making her a prominent tree warrior in the capital. She has worked with Chandigarh Police on the Green Police project and as a Consultant with WWF-India leading tree walks. Padmavati is Project-Director for the ecological restoration project in Barsana, India. Padmavati works in an international ESG firm as Advisor- Operations to guide their future conservation works involving plantations and nature connect. She is also a certified Global biodiversity standard assessor. Padmavati loves getting her hands dirty growing plants on her terrace garden, which she calls her lab. Her current passion is expanding Vanamali Projects and tree walks.
Research Support Team
Vishnu Tattva
Vishnu tattva is supporting Vanamali in researching on sacred groves and native flora. He belongs to an eminent family of Mahabharat kul in Vrindavan, He is doing Masters in Sanskrit from Delhi University and working with Vrindavan research institute.
He has done research on braj 84 kros, poetry of midival poets of braj, Braj bhakti vilasa, mansuscriptology, vedic literature, and translation of many different scriptures. Vishnu Tattva is well versed in Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Brajbhasha and Brajbuli languages. He is currently based in Delhi and travelling around India to do survey on devotional places.
Ramin Mathias Talib
Ramin Mathias Talib is a Swiss environmental scientist and author who has lived in Braj for over eight years. He holds a PhD in philosophy and has conducted research and published works on Indian philosophical traditions, particularly in relation to ecology. Since the inception of Vanamali, he has contributed as a volunteer, supporting research on the ecological heritage and cultural landscape of Braj.