Doorgesh Sookarah

Results-driven ICT and Artificial Intelligence specialist with extensive experience in telecommunications and engineering. As a Registered Professional Engineer and PMP®-certified expert, recognized for proficiency in ICT strategy and AI-driven solutions. Proven track record in project management and digital transformation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainable development in Mauritius.

• AI-Driven Centralised Anomaly Detection System for Insurance Fraud (Ongoing)
  Contributing in the development of an AI-powered risk management and fraud detection system for the Mauritian insurance industry, leveraging machine learning, deep learning, and predictive analytics to improve fraud detection, automate claims validation, and enhance real-time risk assessment.
• Next-Generation AI Autonomous Wireless Sensor Network for Flash Flood Monitoring (Ongoing)
  Leading an interdisciplinary project to design and implement a self-adaptive AI-powered wireless sensor network for real-time flash flood monitoring and early warning systems in Mauritius by integrating autonomous sensing, AI-driven analytics, and resilient communication in environmental risk management.
• AI for Neurorehabilitation (2021)
  Conducted research at the University of Essex, in collaboration with the University of Turin, on applying AI-based emotion detection and recognition to oversee and enhance neurorehabilitation for patients in a medical centre.
• Radio Link System Deployment (2019)
  Provided consultancy for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a Radio Link System connecting the Area Control Centre and Bigara Transmitting Station for the Department of Civil Aviation.
• CCTV and Intrusion Detection Implementation (2019)
  Contributed technical expertise to the supply, installation, and commissioning of a CCTV system with intrusion detection capabilities and a Car Park Management System for the Department of Civil Aviation.
• Airport Communication Systems Upgrade (2018)
  Supported the supply, installation, and commissioning of an Air-Ground VHF Communication System and VSAT equipment at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, enhancing aviation communication infrastructure.
• Renewable Energy Support for Remote Stations (2017)
  Advised on the procurement of batteries for solar power systems at the repeater stations of St Brandon and Agalega, ensuring energy reliability in remote locations.

• Council of Registered Professional Engineers (CRPE) (2020 - Present)
• Project Management Institute (PMI) (2018 - Present)
• PMI Mauritius Chapter (2019 - Present)
• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) (2015 - Present)

Chevening Scholarship Recipient (2020)

• Optimizing Wireless Sensor Networks Using Machine Learning. Intelligent Communication Networks: Research and Applications (pp. 165–192), CRC Press, 2024.
• Combatting online harassment by using transformer language models for the detection of emotions, hate speech and offensive language on social media, IEEE, 2022.
• Performance Analysis of DSRC Technology and Overview of the Practicability for Developing Countries, The Journal of Engineering (IET), 2015, 12