Prof. Malay Mukhopadhyay : IAGR Conference 2024

Short Biography
Prof. Malay Mukhopadhyay is a distinguished retired professor from the Department of Geography at Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan. He completed his M.A. in Geography in 1977 and earned his Ph.D. in 1985. Prof. Mukhopadhyay has had a prolific career spanning decades, with a focus on Tribal Development Planning and River Environment. He has supervised 19 Ph.D. scholars and contributed significantly to various fields of Geography.
Prof. Mukhopadhyay has delivered lectures worldwide, including in countries like Canada, the USA, China, Thailand, and the UK. He is an accomplished author, having written over 30 books covering a wide range of topics in Geography and Literature. Some of his notable works include Advanced River Geography, Geography Behind Myth: The Tale of Noah’s Deluge, and the novel Tales within a River, which has been translated into English and performed on stage.
In addition to his academic work, Prof. Mukhopadhyay has been actively involved in philanthropic activities and cultural preservation. He founded ALAP (Appreciation of Local Aesthetic Perception), a cultural organization for the Santhal Tribe in the Illam Bazar Chowpahari Forest Area of Birbhum. He is also a passionate Phillumenist, boasting a collection of over 3,000 matchboxes from around the world.
Prof. Mukhopadhyay’s contributions to Geography and his engagement with indigenous communities have left a lasting impact, making him a respected figure in both academic and cultural circles.