Our Team
Waterlab team brings significant programme management and consulting experiences across the globe in water with international organisations (World Bank, Asian Development Bank, DFID, WSSCC, UNICEF, UNOPS, FAO, United WASH), International and National NGOs, National and International consulting firms and local governments in India and other countries.
With experience of more than 3 decades, the Team offers superior advice, innovative approaches, and solutions to sectoral issues and challenges.
Founder & Director

Vijay Gawade
Experienced international water specialist with 33+ years of expertise in policies, reforms, programs, and partnerships in the water sector. Worked as Staff and Consultant with World Bank, ADB, DFID, UNICEF, UNOPS, FAO and international and national NGOs and Governments.
Head Operations

Nikhil Vaiude
Water and Sanitation Specialist and Urban Planner with 13 years of experience In rural and urban India with special skills in project management and GIS
Advisor, Water Resources Management

Debashish
Bhattacharjee
International water and sanitation expert with about 30 years of experience in rural and urban water sector. Associated with DFID, ADB, UN-Habitat.
Advisor, Water and Sanitation

P K Kurian
Water and Sanitation Specialist with over 40 years of experience in water sector with focus on participatory approaches, sustainability and partnerships. Associated with World Bank, FAO, PWC, NABCONS and Kerala Government.