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Professional Summary: Highly accomplished professional with a diverse background spanning music research, engineering, and cultural heritage preservation. Extensive experience in both practical and academic domains, with a proven track record of successful project management, research publication, and leadership within professional organizations... Adept at interdisciplinary collaboration and skilled in fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation

 

Education:

·         Music Studies with Late Keshab Changkakati, Renowned Tablist: AIR Guwahati

o    Formal music education under the guidance of his father, a research scholar at the Sangeet Natak Academy.

o    Participated in music research activities, providing assistance as a draftsman.

 

·         Studies in Research Tools with Late Dr. Maheshwar  Neog

o    Acquired knowledge of research methodologies under the tutelage of the renowned orientalist.

o    Expanded understanding of academic research techniques.

 

·         Postgraduate Degree in Music (1985 CE)

o    Prayag Sangit Samiti, Allahabad, INDIA

o    Completed postgraduate studies in music, furthering academic qualifications.

 

·         Research on Rhythms of Vaishnava Music in Assam

o    Supervised by Late Dr. Shatrughan Shukla, then Dean of the Faculty of Music and Fine Arts, University of Delhi.

o    Conducted research on the rhythms of Vaishnava music, enhancing expertise in musicology.

 

·         Completion of Research on Rhythms of the Auniati Sattra

o    Conducted under the encouragement of Late Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, a renowned musician and friend of his father.

o    Research findings published in print in 2004 with financial assistance from the Sangeet Natak Academy, based on Dr. Hazarika's advice.

 

 

Professional Experience: Highway Engineer - Public Works (Roads) Department, Government of Assam (1984 - 2020)

·         Demonstrated proficiency in highway engineering, contributing to the development and maintenance of road infrastructure across Assam.

·         Executed projects with precision, adhering to regulatory standards and ensuring public safety.

·         Facilitated effective communication and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.

·         Served as a mentor to junior engineers, providing guidance and support for their professional development.

 

 

Professional Affiliations:

·         Member, International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS)

·         Expert Member, International Committee of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICICH)

·         North East Zonal Coordinator and National Executive Member, ICOMOS India (2023 - Present)

·         Associate Member, International Cultural Tourism Committee (ICTC)

 

Research and Publications:

·         Authored three scientific books and 35 papers on music and art, published in regional, national, and international journals.

·         Pioneered research on the rhythms of Vaishnava music in Assam, culminating in a published work on the rhythms of the Auniati Sattra, with support from the Sangeet Natak Academy.

·         Established a comprehensive online repository for his writings, accessible at www.disobedi.com.

·         Led North East Zone: ICOMOS India in organizing 12 numbers International webinars on Intangible Cultural Heritage, Cultural Landscape, and Cultural Tourism.

 

Additional Skills:

·         Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging engineering, music, and cultural heritage preservation.

·         Strong leadership and project management abilities, evidenced by successful initiatives and organizational roles.

·         Excellent communication and presentation skills, demonstrated through publications, presentations, and webinar facilitation.



 

Note: Dilip Changkakoty's resume showcases his diverse expertise, from his early background in music research to his successful career as a highway engineer and his later contributions to cultural heritage preservation. His professional journey reflects a commitment to excellence, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the advancement of cultural understanding and appreciation.

 



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