Dr. Nihar Ranjan Mishra, is Assistant Professor of Sociology at National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha. A recipient of University Gold Medal in M.A. Anthropology Examination. Dr. Mishra had his academic training at University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad. He is also the recipient of Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Scholarship for Doctoral Studies (2005-2006), Doctoral Fellowship on Tribal Studies by Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India (2006- 2007), National Scholarship (1997-2000) and few others. He specializes in Natural Resource Management and Sustainable Livelihood, Displacement Issues, Tribal and Rural Development and Agrarian Studies. He has over 20 publications in professional journals of repute. As a credit to his academic achievement Dr. Mishra participated in jmany national and international conferences in India and abroad. Before joining at NIT, he worked with various reputed institutions in India with various capacities. He has earned his research and teaching experiences over the years handling various independent and joint projects sponsored by various private and government departments.
