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<p data-start="0" data-end="558">I am applying for the position of Assistant Professor in Urban Infrastructure, Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), and Transportation at NICMAR University. My academic background in urban planning, combined with my professional experience in architectural practice, planning research, and studio teaching, has cultivated my interest in understanding infrastructure systems as operational and governance-focused frameworks rather than simply spatial constructs. NICMAR's emphasis on infrastructure delivery, construction management, and project execution aligns perfectly with this perspective.</p>
<p data-start="560" data-end="1131">I completed my Master of Planning in Urban and Regional Planning from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology. My academic work focused on land use planning, transportation systems, and strategies for improving the environment. For my thesis, I examined decongestion and environmental restructuring in the urban core of Raipur. This involved conducting spatial analysis, mobility assessments, and statutory evaluations. This process deepened my understanding of how decisions regarding infrastructure can impact density patterns, accessibility, and environmental performance in cities.</p>
<p data-start="1133" data-end="1581">At CEPT University, I assisted in a master&rsquo;s-level studio that explored urban systems through field-based inquiry and policy analysis. My responsibilities included supporting exercises focused on infrastructure and contributing to discussions on Urban Governance and Public Policy. This experience emphasized the importance of placing infrastructure proposals within the context of regulatory, financial, and institutional frameworks.</p>
<p data-start="1583" data-end="2128">In my subsequent academic appointments, I have taught courses on infrastructure services, building construction, estimation and costing, working drawings, and design studio. These roles required me to balance conceptual instruction with technical precision. I emphasize the importance of clarity in systems thinking, a comprehensive understanding of the lifecycle of infrastructure projects, and the relationship between design intent and execution methods. Students must grasp procurement structures, statutory compliance, phasing strategies, and coordination processes in addition to planning theory.</p>
<p data-start="2130" data-end="2473">During my internship with the Town and Country Planning Organisation, part of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, I focused on appraisal work for Local Area Plans and Town Planning Schemes within the context of Smart Cities. This experience gave me valuable insights into evaluation processes, regulatory interpretation, and the implementation challenges faced at the policy level.</p>
<p data-start="2475" data-end="2941" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">I am eager to contribute to NICMAR&rsquo;s teaching and research environment by incorporating applied coursework, case-based learning, and addressing industry-related questions. I view the role of Assistant Professor as one that combines analytical rigor with practical relevance. NICMAR&rsquo;s emphasis on infrastructure management and execution provides an ideal platform for pursuing this work in a structured and practice-oriented academic setting.</p>
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