Education2020-PhD in Architecture Pedagogy, Sushant University, India. An inquiry into history-theory-practice of traditional design concepts, and possibilities for use in contemporary design education. 2001–MA in Conservation Studies, University of York, UK. Award of a gold medal for most striking piece of academic work across the department of archaeology to the MA Dissertation.TeachingSignificant international teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels on a range of subjects: design thinking, traditional craftsmanship, history-theory of architecture, heritage conservation, legislation and policy, climate change, sustainable development, creative economies, urban conservation, living cultural heritage, urban archaeology etc.Academic leadership2007-Hamlyn-Feilden Fellow in Conservation Studies, the University of York, UK. Later, appointed to the post of Director of Studies for MA in Conservation Studies.2012-Principal Director, INTACH Heritage Academy (IHA) for training, research and capacity building on heritage matters. Developed 2000+ alumni, delivered 200+ courses, supported 50+ researchers, and forged several collaborations.ResearchThe key research interests: cultural heritage, climate change, sustainable development goals, world heritage, urban heritage, digital heritage, cultural policy, creative economy etc. Coordinated and promoted over fifty research projects and secured funding for them.Conferences and PublicationsDesigned and delivered national and international conferences and workshops. Some of the key organisations where he has presented papers include: ICOMOS, ICCROM, CHA (Republic of Korea), UNFCCC, Climate Heritage Network, Salzburg Global Seminar, Asia-Europe Foundation (Singapore), United Cities and Local Governments network (Barcelona), UNESCO Category2Centre (India) etc. He has several papers/ publications to his credit, and has reviewed papers for international journals. Currently, the editor of a peer-reviewed INTACH Journal of Heritage Studies.Professional experience2002 - set up an architecture conservation practice at New Delhi. The first and one of the most significant assignments was the Conservation of Taj Mahal. Some of the other key projects include: design in historic environments; conservation plans; integrated development plan for historic towns; site interpretation and visitor centre; conservation and development guidelines; management plans etc. Worked with several hundred staff members, project partners, traditional craftsmen, contractors, monitoring agencies and heritage experts.