 Comprehensive knowledge of Crop Protection Regulatory Sciences and Regulatory Affairs (India) and expertise as Zonal Regulatory Team Leader for South Asia and ASEAN. Credited with resolving complex regulatory issues through sphere of influence, agility and innovative approaches. Passionate researcher equipped with techno-commercial acumen of evaluating new crop protection compounds aligned with grower needs and business goals. Diverse academia with Masters (Agri) from HAU, Haryana, India; Doctorate from UNE, NSW Australia and Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management (equivalent to MBA) from Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, India. Proven scientific skills in agriculture and applied research through several external peer reviewed publications in reputed national and international journals.