Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 34 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned architect, urban designer, and planner specializing in urban development and infrastructure. Career highlights include leading award-winning projects recognized by international bodies such as UIA and UN-Habitat. Their expertise encompasses landscape urbanism, heritage conservation, and public space design. Responsibilities have included leadership roles in academia and industry, notably as a partner at VSPB Associates and a visiting faculty at SPA-Delhi. The expert has successfully managed large-scale projects both in India and internationally, contributing significantly to sustainable urban planning and policy development.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international development cooperation with organizations like UN-Habitat, the expert has received the UIA 2030 Award for contributions to sustainable development. This involvement primarily focused on urban development and infrastructure, emphasizing public spaces and ecological resilience. The expert's work has been showcased at prestigious international forums such as the World Urban Forum in Katowice, Poland, and the London Design Biennale. Projects have been implemented in countries including India, Greece, and Oman, demonstrating a broad regional to international scope in urban planning and design.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors such as urban development and housing, civil engineering, water, sanitation, and hygiene, and social development, the expert has held roles such as project leader, urban planner, and consultant. Responsibilities have included design, management, and policy development. Their interdisciplinary expertise spans landscape urbanism and heritage conservation, with a focus on sustainable urban infrastructure. This work has been both regional and international, with substantial projects in India, Oman, and Greece, illustrating the ability to integrate cross-sectoral insights into urban planning and development. Extensive geographic experience includes significant contributions to urban renewal and heritage conservation in India and involvement in large-scale urban design and planning initiatives in Oman and Greece. This diverse experience underscores a deep understanding of local governance and regional development issues, enabling navigation of complex cultural and regulatory environments across different regions.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, one of the UN's official languages, and also proficient in Hindi and Bengali. These language skills have been effectively utilized in professional contexts, including collaboration on international projects and multilingual teams, particularly in regions such as India, Greece, Oman, and Russia. The expert holds a Ph.D. in Planning from the School of Planning and Architecture, Delhi, an Institute of National Importance in India. Additionally, they obtained a Master of Architecture in Urban Design from the same institution. Their educational background is further supported by a Bachelor of Architecture from B.E. College, Sibpur, Howrah, under the University of Calcutta, also recognized as an Institute of National Importance. These qualifications highlight their expertise in architecture, urban design, and planning.