Jay Punthakey

Jay Punthakey is a researcher at the Gulbali Research Institute, Charles Sturt University, focusing on groundwater management, modeling, and sustainable water use in agricultural and climate-vulnerable regions. His work spans Australia and South Asia, particularly Pakistan’s Punjab and the Indus Basin.

Research Interests:

• Groundwater Modeling and Monitoring
• Climate Change Adaptation in Agriculture
• Managed Aquifer Recharge
• Salinity and Water Quality Management
• Sustainable Irrigation Systems
• Water Policy and Governance

His recent publications highlight a strong trend in applying hydrological models to real-world water challenges, especially in transboundary and data-scarce environments. Much of his work supports policy development and on-ground implementation through collaboration with international agencies like ACIAR.

Collaborations and Media Engagement:

• Collaboration with Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR)
• Engagement with Pakistani delegations on groundwater management
• Public outreach through media contributions on optimizing canal and groundwater use

Dr. Punthakey contributes to commissioned reports and peer-reviewed journals, emphasizing practical solutions for sustainable water resource development. While no formal students are listed, he participates in supervised research projects and institutional reports.