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About APARC
A multidisciplinary planning and research organisation driving sustainable development.
Based in Ahmedabad, we work at the intersection of policy, research, and implementation — empowering governments, communities, and organisations across India.
Background
Established to undertake planning and research in urban and rural development sectors.
APARC is established with an aim to undertake planning and research-oriented assignments across diverse development sectors in both urban and rural areas.
Our multidisciplinary team comprises urban and regional planners, researchers, engineers, environmental specialists, municipal finance experts, IT professionals, and experienced field survey teams delivering integrated planning solutions.
APARC has successfully executed projects for Central and State Governments, Urban Local Bodies, Development Authorities and international organisations through GIS-based planning, digital platforms, web-based management systems, policy advisory, project implementation and capacity building.
Vision
Bridging the gap of planning and local action through Policy, Research and Innovative Planning interventions for Sustainable Development.
To be India's most trusted planning and research consultancy — bridging evidence and policy to build cities, communities, and ecosystems that are inclusive, resilient, and future-ready.
Our mission, simply stated, is to offer exceptional planning and design services through creative amalgamation of human need and environmental stewardship.
Mission
Bridging the gap of planning and local action through Policy, Research and Innovative Planning interventions for Sustainable Development.
To deliver rigorous, participatory, and implementation-ready research and planning solutions that empower governments, communities, and institutions to make better decisions for sustainable development.
Objectives
Bridging the gap of planning and local action through Policy, Research and Innovative Planning interventions for Sustainable Development.
To deliver rigorous, participatory, and implementation-ready research and planning solutions that empower governments, communities, and institutions to make better decisions for sustainable development.
Participatory planning
Community voices and stakeholder engagement are built into every planning and assessment assignment.
Implementation support
APARC supports clients beyond strategy with monitoring, training, systems and reporting.
Network
APARC's Presence Across India
APARC has established a strong operational network through its headquarters, regional offices, project implementation units and field teams across India. This extensive presence enables effective delivery of planning, governance, environmental, socio-economic, tourism and infrastructure projects across diverse geographies.
Our Office Network
Head Office
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Regional Office
Delhi
Regional Office
Dehradun
Regional Office
Surat
Regional Office
Daman
Regional Office
Thane
Regional Office
Coimbatore
Regional Office
Kavaratti
Governance
Board of Directors
Ajay Agrawal
Managing DirectorMr. Ajay Agrawal, Managing Director of APARC, is a distinguished Urban Planner, Architect, and Law Graduate with over 20 years of experience in planning, research, and development. He has successfully led 400+ projects across urban infrastructure, regional planning, environmental management, and policy advisory, driving sustainable and impactful development initiatives across India.
P. K. Ghosh, IAS retd.
DirectorMr. P. K. Ghosh, IAS (Retd.), Director, APARC, brings extensive experience in urban administration, planning, and governance across diverse regions of India. A seasoned administrator, he possesses deep expertise in urban planning, heritage regulations, and management practices, and continues to contribute actively to sustainable urban development and policy initiatives.
Utpal Padia, Dy. MC retd.
DirectorMr. Utpal Padia, Director, APARC, brings over 36 years of experience in urban governance, planning, and infrastructure development. A former Deputy Municipal Commissioner of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, he has led landmark urban initiatives, including India’s first full-scale BRT system, and provides strategic guidance in policy planning, research, and impact assessment.
Mahesh Singh, IFS retd.
DirectorMr. Mahesh Singh, IFS (Retd.), Director, APARC, is a distinguished former Indian Forest Service officer with over 30 years of leadership experience across the forestry, environment, urban development, water, energy, education, and rural industries sectors. His extensive cross-sectoral expertise and commitment to sustainable development provide valuable strategic guidance to APARC’s initiatives.
Rinku A. Agrawal
DirectorMs. Rinku A. Agrawal, Director, APARC, is a Commerce graduate with extensive experience in institutional management and organizational administration. She plays a key role in guiding the organization's strategic direction, strengthening operational efficiency, and supporting the effective implementation of projects and institutional initiatives.
Our People
Team APARC
Our team is the foundation of our success. APARC brings together experienced leaders, domain experts, researchers, planners, engineers, and development professionals who share a common vision of driving meaningful and sustainable impact.
Dr. Gauri Trivedi, IAS Rtd.
Project AdvisorRetired IAS officer of the Karnataka Cadre. Masters and M.Phil from JNU, New Delhi. Ph.D. in Development Administration from IDS Mysore. Interests in Public Policy, Social Development, and Public Administration.
Dr. Santosh Shukla
Project AdvisorRetired academician with over 42 years of experience in Industrial Geography, Environmental Management, and Rural Development. Held key positions including Director of Population Research Centre (MoHFW, GoI). Authored 8 books, published 50+ research papers, guided 22 Ph.D. scholars.
CA Trushar Shah
Project AdvisorOver 11 years of experience as a CA. Areas include Implementation of Accounting Reforms and Accrual base double-entry accounting for ULBs, City Development Plans, DPRs, Project Management, and Training on Municipal Accounting.
Ashish M. Deosthali
Associate Project DirectorCivil and Environmental Engineer with over 20 years of experience in urban management and infrastructure planning. Led projects for UNDP, World Bank, and ADB, specialising in solid waste management, sanitation, and governance reforms across India and Asia.
Vijay Gangani
Project AdvisorUrban and Transportation Planner with over 15 years of international experience across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. Master's degrees from the University of Leeds and CEPT University. Certified in LEED GA and Integrated Urban & Transport Planning (WBI).
Mr. Ketan Patel
IT ExpertB.E. (Mechanical) from L.D. College of Engineering and PG Diploma in Advanced Computing from CDAC. Software architect with expertise in web technologies, cloud infrastructure, and data security. Director, Techgrains Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Vadodara.
Ashish Manoj P
Senior Project CoordinatorArchitect and urban planner with over 4 years of experience in public infrastructure, heritage conservation, and sustainable urban design. Focus on WASH and climate-adaptive planning, stakeholder engagement, and sanitation planning in both urban and peri-urban settings.
Sandeep Chatterjee
Principal Consultant – HRIIM Ahmedabad alumnus and Certified Independent Director. Seasoned HR strategist with over 23 years of experience across education, IT, oil & gas, and BFSI. Specialises in executive search, performance management, and HR transformation.
Shreya Jamulkar
Research AssociateArchitect and urban manager with a strong foundation in urban policy, governance, and livelihood systems. Has worked on street vendor projects, urban homeless shelters, and resilient city initiatives. Brings design thinking and policy analysis skills.
Priya Mishra
Deputy Director (Projects)B.Arch. from School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal, and Masters in Urban and Regional Planning with specialisation in Land-use Planning from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. Currently involved with various ongoing APARC projects.
Tanvi Shah
HR & Admin ManagerMBA in Human Resource Management with over five years of experience. Expertise in recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, and organisational administration. Supports APARC in strengthening internal systems and team coordination.
Tamanna Sangwan
Field CoordinatorMasters in Urban Planning from Guru Ramdas School of Planning, Guru Nanak Dev University. Experience with PMIDC contributing to Green Action Plans and Heat Maps for multiple towns. Combines academic insight with practical fieldwork.
Dr. Sunandini
Project CoordinatorForestry researcher with a Ph.D. in Wood Science & Technology, specialising in sustainable forestry and bamboo preservation. INSPIRE Fellow and gold medalist. Committed to advancing sustainable forest management and environmental conservation.
Apoorva Jeenal Vaz
Senior Project CoordinatorArchitect and urban infrastructure specialist with over 7 years of experience in residential and urban development projects. Expertise in WASH, sanitation, climate resilience, and sustainable urban systems.
Anushka Mishra
Research AssociatePostgraduate Botany student with hands-on experience in fieldwork, plant identification, and organic farming. Passionate about biodiversity conservation and sustainable agriculture. Contributes to plant diversity and ecological sustainability research.
Aakash Deshmukh
Research AssociateMSc Wildlife Biology graduate with experience in ecological fieldwork, species identification, and GIS-based data analysis. Has worked on human–elephant conflict and biodiversity protection projects. Committed to sustainable conservation practices.
Ashwin Patel
Research AssociateZoology postgraduate from Gujarat University with research experience in avian biodiversity. Skilled in bird handling, field observation, and teamwork. Passionate about wildlife research and conservation, focusing on bird species and ecological patterns.
Nisha Sen
Research AssociatePostgraduate in Zoology pursuing MSc in Industrial Chemistry. One year of experience as Quality Assurance Chemist at BPCL. Skilled in GC, HPLC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, and water testing for quality control in petrochemical sectors.
Vitthal Patani
Office AssistantIntegral part of APARC for over a decade, serving as a dedicated Office Assistant. With consistent support, reliability, and commitment, has contributed significantly to the smooth functioning of office operations and administrative efficiency.
APARC in News
Recent updates and highlights
Exposure Visit for Gujarat Tours & Travel Operators to Homestays
In efforts to promote homestays of Gujarat, a one night two days exposure visit was conducted by APARC Pvt. Ltd. under Gujarat Tourism for Tours and Travel Operators of Gujarat. The exposure visit aimed at promoting business undertakings between Gujarat homestay owners and various tours and travel operators. The event was successfully carried out as various MoUs were signed between the two parties.
Gujarat TourismTraining Programme on GWSSB Software at GJTI Gandhinagar
APARC conducted a Training Programme on Gujarat Water Supply And Sewerage Board (GWSSB) Software at GJTI (Gujarat Jalseva Training Institute), Gandhinagar. The programme aimed to strengthen software adoption among water utility officers and administration staff across Gujarat.
GWSSB / GJTI GandhinagarHomestay Training and Awareness Programme
Homestay Training and Awareness Programme under the 'Homestay Policy by Government of Gujarat' was conducted with the support of Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited (TCGL). The programme covered hospitality standards, registration processes, and tourism promotion across multiple districts of Gujarat.
Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited