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Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

1. Consultancy Service for Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC):Prepared a proposal for bid submission, focusing on increasing KDMC's revenue through advertisement mediums. Coordinated with KDMC officials for document preparation and compliance, and attended pre-bid meetings. Presented the approach and methodology to KDMC officials, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals.Key Activities: Proposal preparation, financial modeling, bid document drafting, and client coordination.2. Preparation of Maritime Perspective Plan 2047 for Maharashtra (Ongoing):Leading the data collection and analysis process to create a long-term vision document for Maharashtra's maritime sector. Gathering primary and secondary data, conducting stakeholder consultations, and providing data-driven insights for the perspective plan.Key Activities: Data collection, data analysis, stakeholder consultations, and drafting preliminary sections of the vision document.3. Feasibility Studies for Comprehensive Development of Identified Islands in KarnatakaConducted detailed feasibility studies for the Karnataka Maritime Board, focusing on sustainable tourism development across several islands. Collected and analyzed data to prepare GIS-based thematic maps and land suitability assessments. Assisted in preparing a comprehensive feasibility report with development recommendations and cost estimates.Key Activities: Data collection and analysis (satellite imagery, geo-data), preparation of GIS-based maps (slope, elevation, environmental sensitivity), land suitability assessments, product-mix recommendations, and feasibility reporting.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

1. Ward Parking Management Plan for Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) -Contributed to the Ward Parking Management Plan for BMC, addressing parking and traffic congestion challenges. - Analyzed parking data to develop efficient parking strategies for high-density urban areas. -Drafted comprehensive reports recommending ward-specific solutions to alleviate congestion. -Assisted in policy formulation for sustainable parking management.2. Traffic assessment study for decongestion of junctions.3. Pedestrianization Proposals for BMC (Railway station area pedestrianization proposal for T ward) Supported strategic planning for pedestrian-friendly urban spaces, focusing on improving accessibility and safety. -Conducted research on global best practices in pedestrianization and applied findings to Mumbai’s context. -Drafted proposals advocating safe and accessible pedestrian infrastructure for high-traffic areas.

Thane, Maharashtra, India

Worked as Senior Assistant Planner under Project Implementation Unit for Thane Municipal Corporation's Cluster cell. I have worked on GIS based Existing Land use plan for 2 corporation in Mumbai Metropolitan Area.Key Projects:1. GIS based Existing land use plan for Mira Bhayander Municipal Corporation - Existing Land use plan with appropriate attributes on GIS, Coordinating with Government authorities, Conducting meetings with Authorities and presenting updates on ELU maps.2. GIS based Existing land use plan for Bhiwandi-Nizampur Municipal Corporation - Preparation of ELU report, Collecting data from authorities, Quality Check of georef basemap layers including CTS, Cadestral Maps & Sanctioned layouts.3. Thane Urban Renewal Scheme (Cluster Development project) - Working under Project Implementation Unit (PIU) in Thane Municipal Corporation Cluster Cell. Providing Technical Support to officials regarding preparation of Master plans. Suitability of vacant reservation plot and compensation model for the same

Thane, Maharashtra, India

worked as a consultant with company. Handled Industrial projects from Initial design process to complete Design development which includes providing presentation drawings, working drawings and Approval drawings.Key Projects:1. Proposed IT- BT Building at Plot A-7, A-8 Wagle industrial Estate - Preparation of GFC, preparation of minor details, Interior layout2. Proposed Shed at Plot G- 10, Ambernath - Preparation phase 1 drawings, GFC, coordinating with client and consultant.3.Proposed IT building at Plot A-89 Wagle industrial Estate - Preparation of approval drawings, GFC, coordinating with MEP consultants, site visits.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Preparing presentation and approval drawings, preparing bill of quantities and working drawingsKey Projects:1. Proposed Shed at Plot RP-78, Dombivli MIDC-Preparation of approval drawings, GFC, coordinating with consultants, site visits, preparation of bill of quantities and specifications2. Proposed Shed at Plot A-42, Shiral (G.C.) industrial area-Preparation of approval drawings & general area drawings3. Proposed Residential building at plot no 42 of S.No. 168, village Mamdapur , Karjat-Preparation of GFC drawings, electrical layout, coordinating with consultant.4. Proposed Bungalow plotting at Survey no. 161/2, 161/1, Murbad-Preparation General area drawings and area statement.

Master'S Of Urban Planning, City/Urban, Community And Regional Planning

Bachelor Of Architecture (B.Arch.)