Evidence - Based Solutions
To conduct high-quality primary research, surveys, and data analysis that form the foundation of credible policy and planning decisions at local, state, and national levels.
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
From Evidence to Impact — Planning India's Next Chapter
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
Planning with Purpose | Research with Impact | Delivering Sustainable Change
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
Delivering Solutions that Create Lasting Public Value
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
Creating Impact Through Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence.
To advance sustainable and inclusive development by delivering evidence-based planning, strengthening institutions, protecting natural ecosystems, empowering communities, and generating knowledge that supports resilient and future-ready development across India.
Inclusive Development
To ensure that development planning reaches the last mile — centring the needs of BPL households, street vendors, women, tribal communities, and other underserved groups in every assignment.
Environmental Stewardship
To integrate ecological sensitivity and climate resilience into urban, coastal, and forest planning — protecting India's natural assets for future generations.
Institutional Strengthening
To build the capacity of Urban Local Bodies, government departments, and community institutions so that development outcomes are sustained long after project completion.
Pan-India Impact at Scale
To expand APARC's geographic and sectoral reach — delivering assignments across all states and union territories in partnership with central ministries, state governments, and international development organisations.
Knowledge Leadership
To contribute to India's planning and development discourse through original research, documentation of best practices, and evidence generation that informs national policy.
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
Headquaters: Gujarat
205 - Samudra Annexe, Near Girish Cold Drink Cross Road, C. G. Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat - 380006
Regional Office: Delhi
G 154, Beta 2, Greater Noida (NCR) - 201308
Regional Office: Rohtak
HNo. 2936/9, Gali No. 8 Near Sukhpura Chowk, Choturam Nagar, Rohtak - 124001
Regional Office: Dehradun
40 B, Pleasant Valley, Rajpur Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand - 248001
Regional Office: Surat
325, Jolly Plaza, Athwa Gate Circel, beside Government Polytechnic NIC, Near Athwa Arcade, Surat - 395001
Regional Office: Daman
RH 63_02, Mashal Chowk, Dunetha, Marwad, Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu - 396210
Regional Office: Thane
520, Omega Business Park, ESIC Hospital Road, Wagle Estate, Thane (W), Maharashtra - 400606
Regional Office: Coimbatore
36, Tilagar street, Near pillayar temple, Coimbatore district, Pollachi, Tamilnadu – 642001
Regional Office: Kavaratti
552/5 Near District Session Judge Quarter, Kavaratti, Lakshadweep, India-682555
Regional Office: Puri
Near Bus Stand, Garh Andhia, Nimapada, Puri, Orissa - 752106
Governance
Board of Directors
Ajay Agrawal
Managing Director | Urban Planner
Ajay Agrawal is the founder and Managing Director of APARC. An experienced urban planner with deep expertise in city development, spatial planning, and socio-economic research, he has led APARC's growth from an Ahmedabad-based consultancy into a nationally recognised planning firm working across 23 states. He brings strategic vision, client leadership, and technical depth to every engagement APARC undertakes.
P. K. Ghosh, IAS retd.
Director | IAS (Retd.)
A retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, P K Ghosh provides strategic and policy guidance across APARC's flagship engagements. His experience at the highest levels of state and central government gives APARC's work a policy credibility that few consultancies can match — particularly in assignments involving government scheme evaluation, institutional reform, and inter-departmental coordination.
Utpal Padia, Dy. MC retd.
Director | Former Deputy Municipal Commissioner, AMC
Utpal Padia brings over three decades of urban administration experience to APARC, having served as Deputy Municipal Commissioner at the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC). His deep understanding of municipal governance, urban finance, and local body operations is central to APARC's advisory work with Urban Local Bodies across Gujarat and beyond.
Mahesh Singh, IFS retd.
Director | IFS (Retd.)
A retired officer of the Indian Forest Service (IFS), Mahesh Singh leads APARC's environment, forest, and ecology practice. His decades of hands-on experience with protected area management, biodiversity conservation, and forest policy bring rare credibility to APARC's ecological assignments — including Wildlife Management Plans, Eco-Sensitive Zone studies, and coastal zone management projects.
Rinku Agrawal
Director
Ms. Rinku 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.
Priya Mishra
Deputy Director | Research & Programme Management
Priya Mishra leads APARC's research portfolio and programme management functions, overseeing the client relations, government advisory, design and execution of projects, socio-economic studies, and tourism project. She brings rigour and structure to complex multi-location assignments, ensuring data quality and timeline adherence across the board.
Nisha Sharma
Regional Director | Field Operations
Nisha Sharma heads APARC's field operations, managing ground-level survey teams, community engagement processes, and regional coordination across multiple states. Her leadership ensures that APARC's reach is participatory, community-sensitive, and of the highest quality..
Our People
Team APARC
The strength of APARC lies in its people — a rare blend of retired civil servants, technical specialists, and young professionals united by a shared commitment to evidence-based development.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
Priya Mishra
Deputy Director (Projects)Provides strategic direction for project implementation, institutional coordination, and stakeholder engagement across a wide range of development initiatives. Focused on ensuring excellence in project delivery and sustainable development outcomes.
Nisha Sharma
Regional DirectorPublic policy and development professional with over a decade of experience in government projects, institutional development, and stakeholder engagement. Supports APARC in advancing research, advisory, and sustainable development initiatives across North India.
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.
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.
Bhagyashree Yadav
Urban PlannerArchitect 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.
Drashti Desai
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.
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.
Rahul Sharma
Tender ManagerRahul is a BCA graduate with over seven years of experience in tender management across various sectors. At APARC, he contributes his expertise in bid management, procurement, and business development to support the organization's growth.
Kamlesh Parmar
Tender ExecutiveKamlesh is a motivated professional with hands-on experience in tender management. His proactive mindset, continuous learning attitude, and dedication enable him to effectively support APARC's tendering and business development activities.
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