The academic foundation
Ph.D. in Management — Magadh University, Bodh Gaya
Thesis: "Transitions and Challenges of Sustainable Urban Development in Indian Cities, with Reference to Patna District." Urban sustainability, community development frameworks, policy analysis and research methodologies.
MBA in Finance & Marketing — Gauhati University
Financial management with strategic marketing — the foundation for organizational leadership and sustainable business practices.
BBA — CCS University, Meerut
Foundational business education that sparked an interest in social entrepreneurship and community development.
Six lenses on the sustainable city
Urban Planning
Sustainable planning strategies and inclusive development frameworks.
Transportation
Sustainable transport systems and mobility solutions for urban areas.
Environmental Management
Climate adaptation strategies and environmental sustainability frameworks.
Housing & Social Inclusion
Affordable housing policies and strategies for social equity.
Economic Development
Sustainable growth models and job creation in urban contexts.
Governance
Urban governance frameworks and participatory planning processes.
Selected publications
Sustainable Urban Transport Development in Patna: Assessing Challenges and Opportunities
Journal: Shodh Drishti · Impact Factor 7.0 · ISSN 0976-6650 — sustainable mobility solutions for Patna.
The Impact of Urban Green Spaces on Mental Health and Well-being in Patna
National Conference on Multidisciplinary Research in Indian Education System in the Era of Globalization.
Community Development Index for Patna
Ongoing — 3,000+ household surveys across 23 blocks · SDG localization · evidence for Patna Master Plan 2031.
Where this research goes next
Research Expansion
Scale the Community Development Index to other Indian cities — a national framework for urban sustainability assessment.
Policy Influence
Ensure research findings shape national and state-level sustainable development policies.
International Collaboration
Partnerships to share India's experience and learn from global best practices.
Youth Empowerment
Building the next generation of sustainability leaders and changemakers.
Research collaboration or policy consultation?
Open to academic partnerships, government consulting and multi-city replication of the Community Development Index.