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Himalayas Cannot Be Tamed Without Geologists” – Dr. Ritesh Arya, Guinness World Record Holder

--- Press Note “Himalayas Cannot Be Tamed Without Geologists” – Dr. Ritesh Arya, Guinness World Record Holder Sub-headline: “Kalka–Shimla Railway built with geological wisdom stands firm, while Himachal’s roads collapse every monsoon due to engineering without geology.” Himachal Pradesh is paying the price for ignoring geology. Every monsoon, roads collapse, slopes give way, and villages are cut off. Billions of rupees are spent on repairs, yet the destruction repeats itself. The root cause is clear: our roads are designed and built without geological knowledge. Unlike the Kalka–Shimla railway line, which has stood the test of time because it was planned with geological wisdom, most of our roads are based on Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) prepared in offices by non-geologists. The result is a nightmare of recurring landslides and sinking roads. Major Blunders in Road Construction 1. Indiscriminate hill cutting for retaining walls – Instead of building walls only where required, slopes...
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Geothermal Energy in the Himalayas: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Agneyodgara (Lava Energy) Concept

Abstract Title: Geothermal Energy in the Himalayas: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Agneyodgara (Lava Energy) Concept Author: Dr. Ritesh Arya The Himalayas, known for their tectonic dynamism, host several geothermal provinces including Puga, Chumathang, Panamik, and Manikaran. These geothermal fields, linked to deep-seated faults and magmatic intrusions, represent untapped renewable resources capable of transforming the energy landscape of India. Field investigations by the author since the 1990s have documented hot springs, fumaroles, and hydrothermal alterations indicating the presence of shallow geothermal reservoirs. The Puga geothermal field in Ladakh, one of the most promising sites, has recorded temperatures exceeding 200°C at shallow depths, placing it in the high-enthalpy category suitable for power generation. Beyond Puga, low- to medium-enthalpy systems can be harnessed for space heating, greenhouse agriculture, and geotourism, thereby offering socio-economic upli...
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Geothermal papers presented by Dr Arya

: Geothermal Papers and Presentations by Dr. Ritesh Arya 1. Geothermal Energy – Key Player in Future Safe Energy Solutions — Conference paper by Dr. Ritesh Arya (Jan 2015) This presentation underscores geothermal energy’s role as a cost-effective, 24×7 safe energy source. It highlights global geothermal reserves (~200 GW) and was delivered in his capacity as Director of Geothermal at ISEO, Geneva. 2. Geothermal Energy for Sustainable Development: A Review of Sustainability Impacts and Assessment Frameworks — Article in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews (2015) This paper examines geothermal energy's fit within sustainable development frameworks and assesses its environmental and societal impacts. 3. History of Geothermal Development in India: Opportunities for Future Development — Paper (or possibly conference/workshop presentation) This work outlines India’s geothermal development history and explores future potential—highlighting designs like Agneyodgara (Lava ...
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“Dollar = Rupee” – Dr Arya’s Call for True Trade Equality

: “Dollar = Rupee” – Dr Arya’s Call for True Trade Equality GeoEconomist and geologist Dr. Ritesh Arya has coined a powerful slogan for global trade reform: “Dollar = Rupee.” At first glance, it sounds like a simple exchange rate equation, but its meaning is far deeper—it is a vision for true trade equality in the modern world. The Vision Behind the Slogan For decades, global trade has been skewed by unequal currency values. The US dollar has enjoyed the status of the world’s reserve currency, while currencies like the Indian rupee remain undervalued. Arya’s slogan “Dollar = Rupee” calls for: Parity in trade relations , where no country is handicapped by artificially weak exchange rates. Economic sovereignty , so that developing nations like India can trade on equal footing with the West. A shift in mindset , from dependency on dollar dominance to recognition of the rupee’s potential strength. The Reality Check Today, 1 USD ≈ 83 INR. This reflects differences in per capi...
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Dr. Ritesh Arya Visits Gilbert Hill: A Forgotten Geological Treasure in Mumbai's Urban Jungle

PRESS NOTE Dr. Ritesh Arya Visits Gilbert Hill: A Forgotten Geological Treasure in Mumbai's Urban Jungle Mumbai, 15 June 2025 — Renowned geologist and Tethys Fossil Museum Director Dr. Ritesh Arya visited Gilbert Hill, one of Mumbai’s most extraordinary geological monuments, known for its 66-million-year-old columnar basalt formations—the remnants of the Deccan volcanic activity that possibly contributed to the extinction of dinosaurs. What should have been a celebrated natural wonder turned out to be a neglected site struggling to breathe under concrete and urban sprawl. Dr. Arya had to make considerable effort to locate Gilbert Hill, now nearly hidden amidst buildings and lacking directional signage or any display of geological significance. Though declared a National Geological Monument by the Geological Survey of India (GSI), the site's preservation tells another story. The GSI has attempted conservation by drilling, bolting, and grouting to stabilize the columnar join...
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Agneyodgara - Lava Energy: Harnessing Earth's Geothermal Power - Ritesh Arya

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                     C/0 Tethys Fossil Museum Building  2nd Floor Village Dangyari ,Tehsil Kasauli, District Solan,                                       Himachal Pradesh, India, 173209                                                                                                         ...
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Tethys Fossil Museum Joins GEOINDIA for Advanced Energy Solutions for India's Self-Reliant Future - Ritesh Arya

  Punjab News Express Chandigarh Tethys Fossil Museum Joins GEOINDIA for Advanced Energy Solutions for India's Self-Reliant Future Y.S.Rana | November 16, 2024 01:04 AM  Tethys Fossil Museum Joins GEOINDIA for Advanced Energy Solutions for India's Self-Reliant Future** Y.S.Rana | November 16, 2024 01:04 AM CHANDIGARH: At GEOINDIA 2024, South Asia’s foremost Geoscience conference organized by the Association of Petroleum Geologists (APG) India, the Tethys Fossil Museum will present a compelling journey through Earth’s history, Himalayan geoscience, and a roadmap for sustainable energy development.  Aligned with this year’s theme, “Exploring New Dimensions of Energy Dynamics, ” the museum’s display offers insights that connect ancient geological discoveries with the future of India’s energy and resource independence. Founded by geologist Dr. Ritesh Arya, the Tethys Fossil Museum represents over 35 years of exploration and fossil discovery, from the hi...
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