SHEEL MOHAN KANCHAL

Multifaceted professional with dual expertise in civil engineering and law, skilled at integrating advanced technology into legal and technical environments. Adept at courtroom advocacy, tax consulting, and legal research, with a demonstrated ability to deliver effective solutions in high-stakes settings. Recognized for strong leadership, efficient project management, and a commitment to social and cultural engagement.

• Community Engagement:
  Actively contributed to social initiatives through NGOs, including a Drug Awareness Campaign in collaboration with the Department of Women and Child Development (Govt. of NCT Delhi), and volunteered at the 2019 National Service Scheme (NSS) DTU Conclave ‘Kartavya’.
• Performing Arts – Street Theatre:
  Core member of a 20-person ensemble; performed in over 40 street theatre productions (2017–18) at prestigious platforms including Antaragni (IIT Kanpur), Mood Indigo (IIT Bombay), the 8th Theatre Olympics at the National School of Drama (NSD), and multiple Delhi University cultural events.
• Music:
  Self-taught acoustic guitarist with performance skills equivalent to Trinity College London Grade 3.
• Technology & Innovation:
  Keen interest in the integration of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies into legal, design, and engineering practice.
• Current Affairs & Trends:
  Informed and regular follower of national and global developments in law, policy, International Relations and technology.

• JEE Mains 2017: Ranked among the top 2% of 1.18 million candidates nationwide.
• Integrated Scholarship Recipient: Awarded the Uttar Pradesh Government’s Integrated Scholarship continuously since 2012 for academic excellence.
• Olympiad & Talent Search Distinctions: Secured high ranks in Mathematics and Science Olympiads, along with notable performance in the National Science Talent Search Examination.

• Public Relations Head – Pratibimb, DTU (Jan – May 2018)
  Led intercollegiate outreach for street theatre festivals; established collaborative networks with over 24 institutions, significantly enhancing event visibility and participation.
• Logistics Head – Pratibimb Street Wing (Sept 2017 – May 2018)
  Oversaw end-to-end procurement and inventory management for theatre performances, ensuring timely availability of logistics and smooth execution of events.
• House Captain – Shanti House, SMC School (2013 – 2014)
  Maintained school discipline, coordinated intra-school events, and led the house team to runner-up position in football tournaments through effective team management.

• Completed certification in International Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) from National Law University, Delhi.
• Final Year Engg. Project – Seismic Isolation Retrofit Using Fluid Viscous Dampers and Retaining Walls Developed a structural retrofit system that reduced top-story displacement by 5.63% (X) and 9.82% (Y) during seismic simulations using fluid viscous dampers and retaining walls.
• Passionate about drones and fixed-wing aircraft, built and flew a functional RC Simple Cub using AI tools in compliance with DGCA guidelines