Bhuwan Singh Bisht

Geomatics Engineer & Geospatial Researcher

Dhulikhel, NP.

About

Highly accomplished Geomatics Engineer and Survey Officer with 6+ years of experience in advanced geospatial technologies, including GNSS, GIS, remote sensing, and UAV/LIDAR applications. Proven expertise in designing and delivering technical training programs, conducting applied research, and managing complex land administration projects for the Government of Nepal. Seeking to leverage strong foundational skills and practical leadership experience into an international Master's program focused on strengthening research competencies in geodesy, geoinformatics, and earth observation.

Work

Land Management Training Center (LMTC)

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Instructor

Dhulikhel, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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Summary

Led the design and delivery of professional geospatial training programs and conducted applied research for the Government of Nepal, significantly enhancing national capacity in surveying and mapping.

Highlights

Designed and delivered professional training programs and technical workshops in advanced geospatial technologies including GNSS/DGPS, UAV/photogrammetry, GIS, and remote sensing, enhancing national capacity in surveying and mapping.

Coordinated and supported the delivery of 14-day and 30-day specialized training programs on GIS, surveying, and land administration for local-level employees and senior officers, ensuring seamless logistics and technical execution.

Conducted applied research in surveying, mapping, and spatial data analysis, supervising students on academic and technical projects to advance geospatial knowledge.

Collaborated with national and international organizations to deliver specialized geospatial training and promote institutional activities, fostering key partnerships.

Nuwakot District Court

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Surveyor

Nuwakot, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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Summary

Conducted critical field surveys and prepared legal reports, providing essential technical support for court decisions on land and property disputes.

Highlights

Conducted precise field surveys and prepared comprehensive legal reports, providing critical technical support for court decisions on land and property disputes.

Managed complex legal procedures related to land issues, collaborating with lawyers and judges to clarify technical aspects of land measurement and property division.

Ministry of Land Management, Co-operatives and Poverty Alleviation

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Survey Officer

Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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Summary

Successfully completed intensive orientation training, acquiring foundational skills and responsibilities for effective land management and geospatial operations within the Ministry.

Highlights

Completed a rigorous three-month Orientation Training for Newly Recruited Survey Officers, gaining foundational knowledge in survey methodologies, legal frameworks, and land administration practices.

Monarch Survey & Engineering Consultant Pvt. Ltd.

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GIS Analyst

Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

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Summary

Provided expert spatial analysis and technical reporting, supporting engineering projects, urban planning, and infrastructure development initiatives.

Highlights

Delivered expert spatial analysis and technical reports, supporting critical engineering projects and informing data-driven decision-making processes.

Managed and analyzed complex GIS data sets, contributing to urban planning, infrastructure development, and robust engineering design projects.

Volunteer

Vice President

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Nepal Geomatics Engineering Society

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Elected to a leadership role in the national professional body, contributing to strategic planning and professional development initiatives for geomatics engineers.

Highlights

Elected as Vice President, actively contributing to strategic planning and professional development initiatives within the Nepal Geomatics Engineering Society.

Creator & Educator

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YouTube Channel: Geospatial Solutions

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Created and published over 100 educational tutorials on GIS and remote sensing, reaching a global audience of over 2.5K subscribers and 135K+ views.

Highlights

Produced and published over 100 free GIS and remote sensing tutorials, attracting 2.5K+ subscribers and achieving 135K+ views worldwide, significantly contributing to geospatial education.

Volunteer

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FIG Regional Conference 2024

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Assisted in organizing and coordinating a major international conference on surveying, facilitating knowledge exchange among global professionals.

Highlights

Assisted in the successful organization and coordination of the International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) Regional Conference, ensuring smooth event execution.

Volunteer

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International Workshop on Land Use Planning and Land Administration

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Assisted in organizing and facilitating sessions for an international workshop focused on sustainable land use and administration.

Highlights

Organized and facilitated key sessions at the International Workshop on Land Use Planning and Land Administration, promoting discussions on sustainable practices.

Education

Himalayan College of Geomatics Engineering and Land Resources Management

Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
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Bachelor Geomatics Engineering Grade:

Courses

Surveying

Geodesy

Photogrammetry

GIS

Remote Sensing

Cartography

Land Management

Spatial Data Analysis

Geospatial Project Work

Triton International College

Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal
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Intermediate Level (+ 2 Science) Science Grade:

Courses

Physics

Chemistry

Mathematics

Biology/Computer Science

Awards

Certificate of Appreciation – Panauti Municipality

Panauti Municipality

Awarded for providing critical technical support and DGPS surveying expertise during post-flood recovery efforts in the Roshi River basin, enabling accurate mapping of damaged infrastructure.

Certificate of Appreciation – Survey Practical Facilitation

University of Southern Queensland

Recognized for exceptional facilitation of Survey Practical under the New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility Program, fostering international academic collaboration and hands-on training for students from Kathmandu University and LMTC.

Certificate of Appreciation – Survey Camp

Kathmandu University

Awarded for dedicated leadership and expertise in conducting the Geomatics Engineering Survey Camp, demonstrating excellence in practical training and student supervision.

Batch Topper - Bachelor of Geomatics Engineer

Himalayan College of Geomatics Engineering & Land Resources Management

Graduated as batch topper, demonstrating exceptional academic excellence, practical proficiency, and project leadership in Geomatics Engineering.

Academic Excellence Award

Shree Daneshwor Higher Secondary School

Awarded for consistently maintaining first rank from Class 1 to 10, demonstrating outstanding academic performance and dedication throughout primary and secondary education.

Publications

A Multi-Temporal Land Cover Analysis of Kathmandu Using Google Earth Engine and ENVI: A Comparative Study of SVM and RF Algorithms

American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering

Bisht, B. S., Subedi, N., Bisht, G., Yadav, A. (2025). A Multi-Temporal Land Cover Analysis of Kathmandu Using Google Earth Engine and ENVI: A Comparative Study of SVM and RF Algorithms. American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering, 9(4), 167-182.

Climatic drivers of the 2024 Thyanbo Glacial Lake Outburst in Nepal deciphered using Sentinel-2 NDWI/MNDWI analysis

International Journal of Disaster Studies and Climate Resilience

Bisht, B. S., Joshi, B., Koirala, S., Sapkota, S., & Bhatt, H. (2025). Climatic drivers of the 2024 Thyanbo Glacial Lake Outburst in Nepal deciphered using Sentinel-2 NDWI/MNDWI analysis. International Journal ofDisaster Studies andClimate Resilience (2025) Vol. 1 No. 2 Jul-Dec 2025, 65-76.

Effect of Urban Growth on Land Surface Temperature and Mitigation Strategies: A Case Study of Kathmandu Valley

Advances in Geomatics

Subedi, S., Thapa Magar, R., Singh Bisht, B., & Ghimire, S. (2025). Effect of Urban Growth on Land Surface Temperature and Mitigation Strategies: A Case Study of Kathmandu Valley. Advances in Geomatics, 3(1), 38-54.

Languages

Nepali

English

Hindi

Certificates

Basic Unmanned Aircraft Operations (Theory & Practical)

Nepal Drone Ecosystem Acceleration Program (DEAP)

LiDAR Data Application and Processing

Land Management Training Center

Total Station Calibration Training

Land Management Training Center

Training of Trainers for Land Literacy Program

Land Management Training Center

Pre-Service Training for Newly Appointed Survey Officers

Land Management Training Center

Registered Geomatics Engineer (323 Geomatics A Category)

Nepal Engineering Council

Skills

Programming & Web

R, CSS & HTML, Python, MATLAB, C++, Java, JavaScript.

Technical Skills

ArcGIS, QGIS, Erdas Imagine, GEE (Google Earth Engine), UAV Pilot, DGPS Work, Total Station, LiDAR Remote Sensing, ENVI, Surveying.

Projects

Comparative Evaluation of DTMs Derived from UAV, Airborne LiDAR, and SRTM with Total Station Ground Survey: A Case Study of LMTC Premises

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Summary

Comparative evaluation of DTMs derived from UAV, LIDAR, and SRTM using ground survey validation.

Assessment of Flood and Landslide Damage Using UAV Technology and Cadastral Map Superimposition: A Case Study of Roshi River and Landslide-Affected Areas of Panauti

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Summary

Applied UAV surveys, orthophoto generation, and cadastral map integration to assess flood and landslide impacts along the Roshi River and Triveni Ghat using geospatial analysis.

Current Status and Future Challenges of Geographic Information Infrastructure in Nepal

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Summary

Assessed the existing framework, policies, and practices of geographic information infrastructure (GII) in Nepal. Identified key challenges and proposed strategic pathways for strengthening data sharing, interoperability, and institutional collaboration.

GIS Based Land Valuation

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Summary

Developed a spatial land valuation model using GIS by integrating cadastral, land use, and accessibility data. Applied spatial analysis to determine fair property values and support evidence-based decision-making for land administration.