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<p>The intersection of infrastructure, sustainability, governance, and policy implementation is a crucial element in India's developmental journey. My academic pursuits, research activities, and leadership roles have consistently aimed at reinforcing this intersection through evidence-based policy analysis, sustainability frameworks, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With this vision, I am eager to join NICMAR, an institution renowned for its expertise in construction management, infrastructure planning, real estate, and sustainable development.</p>
<p>My academic background is diverse, encompassing natural sciences, social sciences, and public policy. With a foundation in Chemistry and Biology, postgraduate studies in Sociology and History, and ongoing doctoral research in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), I have developed a multidisciplinary approach to evaluating environmental systems, governance mechanisms, and sustainable resource management. My doctoral research focuses on environmental policy evaluation and sustainability metrics in agricultural systems, demonstrating my long-standing commitment to climate-responsive and resource-efficient development pathways.</p>
<p>As an Assistant Professor in Economics and Public Policy, I have designed and delivered interdisciplinary courses in environmental governance, public administration, and sustainable development. I have actively led curriculum development initiatives, mentored capstone policy projects, and facilitated experiential learning modules. Beyond classroom teaching, I have served as Co-Principal Investigator for an ICSSR-funded research project analyzing Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) in organic farming. This role required strategic research planning, budget management, field coordination, and policy recommendation drafting&mdash;experiences that have enhanced my project management and institutional leadership skills.</p>
<p>My involvement in sustainability governance extends to both institutional and civic leadership. As Technical Co-Coordinator of a Green Campus initiative in collaboration with climate-focused organizations, I facilitated green audits, waste management frameworks, and low-carbon transition strategies. I also co-coordinated a Citizens&rsquo; Climate Manifesto, leading multi-stakeholder consultations and policy drafting processes to enhance participatory climate governance.</p>
<p>NICMAR&rsquo;s focus on infrastructure management, sustainability integration, and professional excellence aligns closely with my academic and professional trajectory. Infrastructure today is not just about physical assets; it involves resilient systems, environmental accountability, lifecycle efficiency, and inclusive urban governance. My research training in lifecycle thinking and sustainability assessment, combined with my experience in policy analysis and stakeholder engagement, positions me to contribute meaningfully to NICMAR&rsquo;s academic ecosystem. I am confident that NICMAR&rsquo;s industry-linked approach and focus on applied management will enrich my perspective while allowing me to contribute my interdisciplinary expertise.</p>
<p>Joining NICMAR represents not just a professional step but a purposeful alignment with an institution that bridges academia and industry to build sustainable infrastructure futures. I aspire to contribute through rigorous research, innovative pedagogy, collaborative engagement, and institutional leadership while continuously learning from NICMAR&rsquo;s distinguished academic and professional community.</p>
<p>I look forward to the opportunity to grow, contribute, and advance sustainable infrastructure governance through NICMAR&rsquo;s dynamic academic platform.</p>
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