Anurag Jain

Secretary MoRTH

A 1989 batch IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, Mr Anurag Jain, has taken charge as Secretary in the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH). Earlier, he worked as Secretary in the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). The senior IAS has also worked in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry among many other key positions. Mr. Jain replaced Ms. Alka Upadhyaya, a 1990 batch IAS of MP cadre, who was transferred and posted as Secretary in the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying.

Sumita Dawra

Special Secretary (Logistics) DPIIT

With over 20 years in public administration in India and abroad, Sumita possesses diverse governance insights. She served the Ministry of Finance for 6.5 years, including 3.5 years in China as head of the Indian Embassy's economic wing, gaining profound exposure. As District Collector in Andhra Pradesh, she achieved education and child labor eradication milestones, resulting in an ILO-published manual. Her bestselling books on Indian and Chinese public policy showcase her expertise. Sumita's strategic planning prowess and team leadership skills underscore her efficacy. Her multifaceted achievements make her an invaluable asset in the realm of public administration, policy, and development.

Amit Ghosh

Additional Secretary MoRTH

Mr. Amit Kumar Ghosh, an I.A.S. Officer of Uttar Pradesh Cadre, holds a B.E. (Electronics) from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, M.Sc in Public Management and Governance from London School of Economics, and M.A. in Defence Studies from Meerut University. He's the Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, overseeing National Highways administration, including the ambitious 'Bharatmala Pariyojana' with a USD 100 billion budget. Prior, he served in senior roles within Uttar Pradesh State Government, authored books, taught at PHFI, advised Harvard's project, and led various associations. He also champions field hockey through his society in Lucknow, nurturing future national players.

Ashutosh Gautam

Member - Technical IWAI

Abhishek Gautam, an adept professional in transportation and infrastructure, is the Member (Technical) and Member (Traffic & Logistics) (In-Charge) at Inland Waterways Authority of India, Ministry of Shipping, Govt. of India since Feb 2021. Formerly, he chaired Ahemdabad Vadodara Expressway Company Limited (SPV of NHAI) from May 2017 to Feb 2021, overseeing crucial transportation projects. With 8 years at NHAI, he held pivotal roles including Chief General Manager (Technical) & Regional Officer for Gujarat and West Bengal, and General Manager (Commercial Operations / Toll Management) at HQ Delhi. Abhishek's impact extends to academia and varied projects, earning World Bank recognition.

Lt Gen Girish Kumar, VSM

Former Surveyor General of India

Anil K Khandelwal

Principal Executive Director (Gati Shakti) Railway Board

Agendra Kumar

Managing Director ESRI India

Agendra Kumar is the Managing Director at Esri India. Agendra has been associated with Esri India since 2013. An industry veteran with over three decades of experience in the IT industry, Agendra has been promoting the use of geospatial technologies in the country.

Sajid Malik

CEO Genesys

Sajid Malik is an Executive Chairman of the Board, Managing Director of Genesys International Corporation Ltd. He is a Director of Genesys International Corporation Ltd, Gl Engineering Solutions Ltd, Ventura Guaranty Ltd, Ventura Securities Ltd, Genesys Enterprises Inc. (USA), Genesys International (UK) Ltd and Image Intelligence Inc. (USA).

Lt Gen (Dr.) AKS Chandele PVSM, AVSM (Retd.)

President Geospatial World

Kaushik Chakraborty

Sr. Vice President Bentley Systems

Kaushik Chakraborty has more than 28 years of experience holding senior management positions in international sales and business development across multiple industries including government, defense and emergency services, utilities, transportation, and geospatial. He joined Bentley in 2015 and is focused on growing Bentley's breadth of geospatial and engineering solutions to accelerate project delivery and improve asset performance for the infrastructure that sustains our economy and our environment. Prior to joining Bentley, Kaushik was Vice President at the Hexagon Group and served in leadership roles at both Intergraph and Leica Geosystems in the Asia Pacific and EMEA regions. Kaushik holds a Master's Degree in Electrical engineering and has earned certificates in management and leadership.

Rajan Aiyer

Managing Director Trimble Navigation

Rajan is the Managing Director and General Manager (SAARC Region) of Trimble India Pvt Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Trimble Inc. He is responsible for all aspects of Trimble's operations in SAARC, including the software development Centres of Excellence in Chennai and Pune. He has over twenty-five years of general management experience and has held senior management positions at @Road, Accordion Networks, Nortel Networks, NET and Digital Equipment, prior to joining Trimble. He holds a bachelor's degree in Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi, a master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas, Austin, USA and General Management Certification from Harvard Business School. He is an active member of the American Chamber of Commerce, India IMA, India CEO Forum and IIT Alumni Association.

Karthik Mani

BIM Expert Louis Berger

Karthik Mani is a BIM Expert at WSP Louis Berger International, a global engineering and consulting firm, boasting over 15 years of experience in digital transformation and building information modeling (BIM). Pursuing a DBA in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, an MBA in Operations & Supply Chain Management, and an MTech in BIM & GIS, Karthik's goal is to establish BIM and digital twin ecosystems enhancing project performance, quality, and sustainability. With achievements like delivering BIM solutions for large-scale projects such as the Versova Bandra Sea Link, Karthik leverages advanced tech and data analytics. Applying global standards and practices, Karthik ensures projects align with ESG guidelines, carbon estimation, and virtual simulations, driving innovation and excellence in the BIM domain.

Sagar Gandhi

Head of Strategy and Business Excellence Shapoorji Pallonji

Ananyaa Narain

Vice President - Commercial Consulting Geospatial World

Sanjay Kumar

Founder & CEO Geospatial World

Charul Shukla

Executive Director (Planning) AAI

Charul Shukla has more than 33 years of comprehensive experience at Airports Authority of India, leaving an indelible mark in the aviation sector. With dedication and proficiency, she has played a significant role in various capacities. As the Executive Director of Planning since February 2023, she continues to contribute to the field's advancement. Her remarkable journey includes her role as General Manager from March 1990 to March 2023.

Dr. Madhu Teotia

Director NULM & Swachh Bharat Mission MoHUA

Dr. Madhu Teotia, an esteemed civil servant, presently is the director of DAY-NULM and Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, since Dec 2022. With 15+ years as an IAS, she's showcased her dedication to public service. From Land & Development Officer to Secretary to Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, her roles have been pivotal. Notably, she served as Private Secretary to MOS WCD, played a vital part in Delhi's governance, and made notable contributions to education, water management, and labor matters. With early service as Lieutenant in Ministry of Defence, she's displayed her multifaceted commitment. Dr. Teotia's journey reflects an unwavering dedication to effective governance and public welfare.

Amrendra Kumar

CGM NHAI

Amrendra Kumar is an accomplished professional with extensive expertise in infrastructure development. Currently Chief General Manager at NHAI since April 2019, he boasts over 4 years in the role. With 21 years of experience in various roles for the Government of India, including CGM for UK, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir, Amrendra's experience is robust. As Superintending Engineer (PPP) and Project Director for Darbhanga, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (Jan 2007 - Mar 2011), he oversaw constructing a pivotal 4-lane road connecting Muzaffarpur-Darbhanga to Kosi bridge, part of East-West corridor. Earning stripes as Senior Engineer at Engineers India Limited (Jul 1992 - Jun 1997), his impact is evident.

Dr. S.K Srivastav

CGM (Regional Centers) NRSC

Sunil Joshi

General Secretary CDCP India

Mr. Joshi is a Civil Engineer with post-graduation in Business Management and a RICS certified BIM Professional with over 17 years of experience in helping the Construction Industry in their BIM & Digital Transformation Process. He is an expert BIM Workflow Strategist with deeper interest in Data interoperability and Automation. He has worked on several marque projects across US, Europe, APAC, India, and Middle East. He is also a Member of Board of Studies at MIT College of Management.

Deepak Gahlowt

Director Xebec Design

Deepak, an Architect and Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, holds over 31 years of versatile experience in design, historical conservation, journalism, project and facility management, sustainability, lighting design, and more. He currently contributes his expertise to Xebec, a comprehensive design-build-manage firm renowned for its projects across 240 Indian cities. Deepak spearheaded standards for safe glass use, door/window sizes, and contributed to India's Energy Conservation Building Code. He also convened the Confederation of Construction Products and Services (CCPS) for 9 years, lectured on sustainable strategies, led training programs, and published respected journals. His consultative work spans various sectors, showcasing his dynamic capabilities.

Santosh Kumar Yadav*

Chairman NHAI

Kamal Kishore

Member Secretary NDMA

Prateep Basu

CEO Satsure

Mr. Prateep Basu is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer at SatSure, a decision analytics startup based out of Bengaluru, that is working on solutions to enable technology access for financing in agriculture, clean energy, and sustainable development programs globally. Mr. Basu is a seasoned space industry professional with work experience in both the business and technology front. An aerospace engineer from the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology, Trivandrum with post-graduation in Space Studies from the International Space University, Strasbourg, Mr. Basu has a decade worth of experience in the space industry and has previously worked as a scientist in ISRO, and as a geospatial industry analyst at Boston based Northern Sky Research (NSR), prior to starting SatSure.

Bhargav Dave

Co Founder & CEO Visilean

Bhargav Dave is the Co-founder and CEO of VisiLean Oy, a Finnish startup that specializes in addressing intricate production management challenges within the construction sector using lean methodologies. Having initiated his career in the construction industry, he steered process enhancement and lean implementation initiatives. This was followed by a research-focused phase, concentrating on enhancing production efficiency in construction projects through the amalgamation of lean construction methods and building information modeling. His work has led to over 45 authored publications and leadership roles in numerous research endeavors in this domain.

Siddharth Sinha

Lead Public Policy - Geo Google

Siddharth Sinha, a dedicated professional with diverse experience, notably served as Policy Specialist & Adviser to India's G20 Sherpa during India's G20 Presidency. In this role, he advised on policy priorities, contributed to Prime Minister's and Sherpa's interventions, and established the Project Management Unit. Previously, he was Chief of Staff to the CEO of NITI Aayog, aiding in economic development and cooperative federalism. Siddharth played a pivotal role in India's transport decarbonization projects, digital public infrastructure strategy, and AI initiatives. He also co-founded LSE South Asia Society, contributed to UNICEF, and founded Uddeshya, an NGO promoting youth-driven change.

Prashant Patil

Executive Engineer PWD Mumbai

With a strong history in civil engineering, the professional excels in highways, bridges, railway track alignment, regression engineering, feasibility studies, and project engineering. Proficient in Metro railways, BIM, GIS, contract management, PPP, and Hybrid ANNUITY cash flows. Holding a BE civil degree from 1993 and a recent Masters in BIM from Barcelona University, the professional's interests lie in automated workflows, real-time project tracking using BIM and GIS with IoT and AI tools. Skilled in R language, they aspire to explore Python's potential. With 25 years of experience, their passion is training young Indian talents, elevating them to international standards in the infrastructure industry

Dr. NC Pal

OSD cum Engineer-In-Chief PWD, Odissa

Dr. N C Pal, Engineer-in-Chief (Design) at PWD Govt of Odisha, holds a University Gold Medal in Civil Engineering. With M.Tech and PhD from IIT-Kharagpur, he boasts 35+ years' experience in teaching, research, design, and management in transportation. A British Council Fellow at the University of York, he specializes in Structural Conservation of Heritage Structures. Dr. Pal's expertise covers Computational Mechanics, Structural Design (Concrete, Steel, Laminated Composites), and Monuments Restoration. As an active IRC member, he contributes to guidelines for India's road and bridge infrastructure. He chairs committees, including Reinforced, Prestressed & Composite Bridges, Road Maintenance & Asset Management, and Accreditation for New Materials & Technology.

Rajesh Kumar

Planning Road Wing MoRTH

Kasturi Srinivas

Industry Sales Director - Transportation Bentley Systems

Dr. Ravindra Kumar

Chief Scientist CRRI

Dr. Ravindra Kumar, Chief Scientist and Head at CSIR-Central Road Research Institute, is a seasoned professional with 25+ years in Transport and Environmental domains. He played a pivotal role in India's Auto Fuel Policy and adopted GIS in Rural Roads Planning. Notable projects include National Highway Information System and GIS-based rural road master plans. Leading Integrated Transport Network Development Plan, he integrates state-level GIS data for sustainable transport planning. With 102 research papers and an honorary professorship at ACSIR, his vision emphasizes eco-friendly transportation via GIS technology. Beyond work, he enjoys travel, walking, and cycling, embodying dedication to both science and personal growth.

GV sreramam

CEO Neogeo

Javed Sheikh

Technical Director QuantaSIP Geomatics Informative Solutions

Technical Director, QuantaSIP Geomatic Informative Solutions Bio - Javed Sheikh is a results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in development, process/operations, planning, and analysis & management. A strategic thinker, he excels in optimizing resource utilization for medium-sized organizations, focusing on bottom-line profitability. Javed adeptly develops and streamlines systems, enhancing operational effectiveness while meeting cost, time, and quality parameters. He has orchestrated successful project ramp-ups, collaborating closely with clients for effective service delivery. His skills extend to finalizing technical specifications for various projects, showcasing his comprehensive expertise in operations and project management.

Amit Agarwal

AVP & HOD Systra

Sanjeev Jha

Principal Smart Infra AWS

A Senior Data Scientist and Technology Leader with diverse experience in high-growth sectors - Technology, Pharma, Smart Cities, Drug Discovery, Analytics, IoT, and Digital Advertising. Collaborated with startups and Fortune 500 brands, driving business growth and scaling products globally. Expertise spans AI, Deep Learning, NLP, IoT, Video Analytics, and Geo-Spatial Data. Accomplished in stabilizing operations, scaling products, and providing technical leadership. Raised $10M Series A and $100M project-based funds, increasing valuation from $5M to $75M. Pioneered smart city analytics, AI models, and tech solutions. A thought leader in COVID response and founding team member of India Urban Data Exchange and Urban

Bhusan Avsatthi

Director Hightech Digital

Bhushan is an Architect and has completed his MBA in Project Management and has also earned the Certification in Project Management in Building Information Modeling, awarded by RICS-UK. A senior consummate professional having 25 years of experience in the AEC Industry. He has specialized in and has been working for the management of BIM processes since 2007, in the field of data-driven design and construction at an international level. Bhushan writes and speaks often on best global practices in building design. He has been a speaker at various International BIM Conferences. He is currently working as Director for BIM Services for Hitech Digital Solutions and prior to joining Hitech, he worked as an Executive Director responsible for projects and sales at the Indian subsidiary of Netherland based 3D BluePrint.

Bovin Kumar

CEO Cube Highways

Bovin Kumar Has experience of managing transportation projects, significant management experience and experience of business development. Skills include prioritization of maintenance and development of road works, portfolio management, project management, program management and road design (both rural and urban roads). Specific areas in road design include geometric design and basic pavement design, drainage design and traffic engineering. Has expertise in the field of contracts - PPP projects and bid process management. Has experience on contract management and managed projects on FIDIC based contracts. He has experience on managing operational and commercial aspects of the organisations.

Sachin Joshi

VP-O & M Highway Concession One

Sachin is an Infrastructure Project Management professional with more than 25 years of experience in PPP, EPC, LSTK, World bank projects of Domestic & International market, dealing with Project Management, right from tendering to project development, Project Planning, Monitoring & Control, Contracts management & Change control, risk management, project life cycle reviews and assessment. In his current role with Highway Concessions One, an Asset Management platform of Highway Infrastructure Trust (HIT) (managed by KKR) and working as Vice President - O&M with esponsibility of managing assets for operations and maintenance, bidding & acquisition of new infrastructure assets, investors and Client coordination.

Saurabh Rai

CEO Arahas

Scaling a start to realises the great potential of Geospatial & AI Tech in India . Saurabh contributes as a thought leader, an experienced advisor on GIS, Geospatial technology, process initiatives, data science, data architectures, data engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, technology, analytics, user experience, data-driven businesses, customer success, and consumer insights. Saurabh possesses strong entrepreneurial, digital, analytical, and cross-industry skills. He has led some of the largest Geospatial surveys, systems deployment across the globe. The projects have won multiple awards including first Edison award in India. A career built on a passion for Startups and Innovation; he has incubated Greenfield businesses, set up practices, and seen them through growth. Saurabh is passionate about Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and related technologies in solving problems and bringing automation and efficiency to complex workflows.

Amritash Sambodhi

BIM Manager Typsa India Pvt. Ltd.

Amritash Sambodhi is an Architectural graduate with a proactive and dedicated attitude, possessing a decade of experience in various international transit infra projects ranging from Aviation/Metros/ Highways & Road Tunnels. He has strong expertise in Building Information Modelling (BIM) for large-scale infrastructure projects, leading cross-functional teams for successful implementation. Amritash has designed corporate offices on the BIM platform, managed Scan to BIM services for heritage monuments, and possesses a wide range of software knowledge related to architectural design, rendering, simulation, and project management. Additionally, he has evaluated software solutions for BIM setup and coordination with various consultants. His skillsets also includes excellent relationship management, combining business acumen with technology expertise to devise efficient and profitable solutions.

Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya

Founder & CEO IG Drones

Mr. Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, a TEDx speaker and versatile innovator, pioneers disruption across domains from rural tech to rocket science. Recognized as a "Serial Innovator," he's received the Chief Minister Award twice and the Russian "Youth Star" award. As ISRO-VSSUT student satellite team founder, he led the project adopted by ISRO. The team earned international honors, NASA & ISRO recognition, and Limca Book records. As IG Drones co-founder, Bodhisattwa expanded to 25 states, executing 250+ projects, with 75% client retention. AI-driven Drone Data Analytics propelled IG Drones as an innovation leader. His transformative influence and dedication make him an innovation icon.

Ashish Arora

Industry Head Commercial & AEC ESRI India

Ashish Arora, a Geo-spatial Technology Evangelist, possesses extensive experience in Pre/Post Sales across diverse platforms and large-scale program deliveries in Asia Pacific. Holding a Post Graduate 'Master in Geoinformatics' from Symbiosis International University, he's skilled in Intergraph, ESRI, and Open Source Technologies. As a Life Member of Delhi Management Association, Ashish specializes in Enterprise Geospatial Tech, Pre-Sales, Server Architecture, Sizing, Tender Design, Business Consultancy, and Large Format Programs. His expertise fuels successful technology implementations and strategic insights in the field.

Mr. Rahul Gupta*

Chief Engineer (Tunnel) MoRTH

Vipul Singh

Co-founder & CEO Aereo

Bidur Kant Jha

Director New Technology MoRTH

Anand Sirohi

Director Trimble

Anand Sirohi is a seasoned professional adept at constructing businesses, teams, and partnerships. With a growth-focused mindset, he excels in Technology Sales Management, Enterprise Account Management, and People Leadership. An expert at surpassing sales quotas, Anand forges interactive business connections with CXOs, senior executives, division heads, and users. He formulates and executes successful strategies in competitive landscapes, effectively selling both ready-made products and tailored solutions. Renowned for securing million-dollar deals from major clients (Larsen & Toubro, Reliance, Mahindra & Mahindra, BHEL) and government entities, Anand cultivates indispensable relationships, driving mutually beneficial outcomes.

PV Rajashekhar

Addl Surveyor General Survey of India

Dr R Prerna

Joint Advisor NHAI

Dr. Prerna, a Geographer by training and Geospatial Researcher by qualification, brings over 8 years of experience to the field. Having contributed to India's prominent ocean science R&D institutions such as NCPOR, NIO, and INCOIS, she specializes in ocean/marine GIS, coastal vulnerability, urban-rural asset management, hazard mapping, and web-GIS. Dr. Prerna is adept at utilizing her geospatial expertise to address geographical challenges with innovative solutions. Embracing diverse approaches for distinct problems, she keeps her research-oriented mindset engaged to continually explore new avenues.

Abhay Kimmatkar

Managing Director Ciensys

Abhay Kimmatkar, a transformational executive and visionary technocrat, boasts a 25-year history of surpassing ambitious tech business goals. He's a high-integrity deal closer recognized for entering impenetrable markets and capturing multimillion-dollar accounts. As Managing Director of Ceinsys Tech Limited, Abhay implements new-age technologies and innovations while pioneering Smart Cities, 3D City Mapping, Unified WebGIS, and more. His evolutionary leadership skills, business acumen, and customer-centric approach drive operational efficiencies, innovation, and adaptability. Abhay's passion for finding solutions and driving results positions him as a trusted advisor who propels revenue streams and maximizes profit margins with agility.

Sunil Krishnan

Business Head Pan India

Sunil Krishnan, a self-motivated and results-driven professional, values team building and goal attainment. With a "techno-commercial" foundation from 2 years in production, he possesses hands-on shop floor insight, amplifying his product knowledge, people management, and communication skills. With 28 years in the textile industry, he's a seasoned marketing professional. As Global Marketing Head for knitted fabrics, Sunil drives business development, oversees regional and overseas sales, and ensures product development aligns with market trends. He's dedicated to achieving targeted revenues, top-line and bottom-line growth, and seamless collaboration between product development and client needs.

BP Awasthi

Project Executive Director RDSO

Mr. Awasthi obtained his B. Tech Degree from IIT, Delhi and Master Degree in Systems and Management, also from IIT, Delhi. He has been trained in technical as well as strategic management aspects in India and abroad.

Anisur Rehman

Chief Engineer Northern Railways

Namrata Kalsi

Chief Architect Haryana Mass Rapid Transit

Namrita Kalsi, a Senior Government Official, specializes in Building Architecture, Metro Rail, Urban Planning, Transit-Oriented Development & Real Estate Ecosystem. With expertise in Building By-Laws and Legal processes, Namrita currently serves as Additional GM (Architecture) at Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) and Chief Architect at New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). Holding a PhD in Regional Master Planning, she boasts a career weaving government, municipality, and public sector experience in Metro Rail and Industry. Her rich mosaic also includes private sector work, offering a well-rounded perspective across various domains.

Viraj Voditel

Founder & Director Techture

Viraj, a dynamic entrepreneur and visionary behind Techture and CUBE, leads a mission to transform businesses through digitalization. Focusing on AEC, he excels in Automation, Digital Twins, Virtual Construction, and Generative Design. As Founder of Techture & CUBE, he instills excellence and hands-on leadership, driving technical advancements, HR strategies, and software development. Viraj conquers challenges, earning National & International recognition with pivotal industry certifications. His journey began with victory in the 2013 National 3D Design Challenge, showcasing his commitment to BIM and Structural Engineering. Always at tech's forefront, Viraj continues to push innovation boundaries, ensuring a pioneering stance.

Ela Bora

Deputy Manager Tata Projects

Ela Bora, a young and passionate Tunnel Engineer, holds the role of Deputy Manager at TATA Projects for CMRL TU01 Project in Chennai. With a focus on tunnel boring machine (TBM) operations, planning, and execution, she leads project teams by formulating method statements and analyzing geotechnical data for TBM production. Ela's Master of Technology degree in Tunnel Engineering equips her with comprehensive knowledge and proactive approaches for continuous learning through research and professional activities. She contributes to intricate tunnel-related tasks and engages in relevant seminars and workshops, showcasing her dedication to the field.

Parveen Sharma

CEO BIM Engineer

Parveen is managing global BIM operations for the Dutch + Indian BIM company 'The BIM Engineers' (www.thebimengineers.com), His Strengths are Planning Business Strategy, making a winning team, and maintaining successful and profitable operations. The responsibilities include defining Company Strategy, being part of the Board of Directors, mapping Business Processes, Active participation in Internation exhibitions.

Soma Ganguly

Associate Technical Manager Atkins

Soma Ganguly, a veteran with over 24 years in the design industry, specializes in BIM implementation, resource management, and coordination. Leading a 45-member team in Strategic Rail at Bangalore & Gurgaon, she serves as an Information Manager on the prestigious East West Rail project (UK). With hands-on experience in multi-disciplinary projects-metros, stations, bridges-Soma applies BIM principles, clash detection, and industry-standard applications for efficient modeling and data collaboration. Her technology leadership, coupled with a grasp of BIM standards like PAS 1192 series and ISO 19650, shapes global design procedures. Familiar with ISO 800:2007 and BS 8666:2005 codes, she's adept at project management platforms like Bentley ProjectWise, Revit Server, and Cabinet.

Dr. Venkata Dilip Kumar Pasupuleti

Associate Prof-Civil Engineering Mahindra University

Dr. Venkata Dilip Kumar Pasupuleti is a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering at Mahindra University's Ecole Centrale School of Engineering, a collaboration between Mahindra Group and Ecole Centrale Paris. With 16 years of teaching experience, he holds a master's and PhD from IIIT Hyderabad. He's published 100+ research papers and guides 4 PhD students. He's delivered 100+ invited lectures across India on Civil Engineering topics and founded the interdisciplinary research center 'Center for Sustainable Infrastructure and Systems' at Mahindra University. His current research includes wireless sensor-based structural health assessment, earthquake-resistant structures, retrofitting, and biomimic structures.

Rashmi Bharty

Senior Manager KEC

With over two decades of experience in Urban Infrastructure, Railways, Metro, Oil & Gas, and more, Rashmi Bharty is a seasoned professional. As Senior Manager - Interface and Coordination at KEC International Ltd, a $2.1B Infrastructure EPC company, she excels in design production, implementation, and stakeholder management. Rashmi's strength lies in meeting project requirements before deadlines through planning and mitigation strategies. She thrives on adopting technological advancements like BIM for effective construction and project management, ensuring contract and client needs are met.

Dr. Kandimalla Venkateswaralu

Senior GIS Expert NCRTC

Kandimalla boasts 20+ years of expertise in GIS, Remote Sensing, Image processing, and advanced survey technologies. His extensive work covers diverse infra projects like Road Safety, Urban Planning, Railways, Airports, and Smart Cities. His skills span high-res satellite, drone, Lidar data processing, image analysis, multisource integration, GIS project management, and tech support. Kandimalla excels in GIS mapping, spatial DBs, topology, cartography, and 3D modeling. As a Technical Advisor for Geo-Spatial Consultancies, he's affiliated with Professional Societies, adept at Open-Source Data, Satellite Image Procurement, and Quality Control. His work encompasses data management, spatial analysis, and Digital Elevation Modelling.

Samkith Bagmar

Manager Drone Solution ESRI India

Samkith Bagmar is a Business Developer in the Geospatial/Geomatics Industry. He holds a Master's degree in Geoinformatics with a Civil Engineering background. With expertise in UAV-based Aerial Surveys and Industrial Inspections, he's worked extensively with visual, thermal, multi-spectral, and lidar sensors mounted on drones. His journey through startups encompassed roles in technical GIS, Business Operations, and Business Development. Currently, Samkith empowers enterprises to integrate drones for routine inspections, monitoring, and surveys, leveraging his wide-ranging experience to drive advancements in the field.

Pawan Kumar

Senior Vice President, Global Indirect Business Altair

Pavan is a seasoned Sales and Business leader with 32+ years of experience in the Tech Industry. He's a dynamic, techno-commercial strategist driving profitable growth for Global Companies. With in-depth Engineering Industry expertise, from bicycles to rockets, Pavan leads Altair's global indirect business for Simulation Driven Design and Data Analytics tools. He excels in scaling new facilities into profitable centers, fostering stakeholder engagement across teams, partners, and customers. An industry association participant, Pavan is a former Chairman of the Indo American Chamber of Commerce (Karnataka). His leadership drives market success through diverse environments and cross-functional collaborations.

Col Satyadev Singh

Joint Director-Tunnels BRO

PVSS Ravi Prasad

MoRTH

Dr. M. P. Ramnavas

Director-Projects Kochi Metro Rail Limited

MP Ramnavas is an accomplished professional specializing in Bridges & Structures within the Railway and Metro Rail domains. With three decades of experience, he excels in planning, designing, and constructing railway infrastructure. Backed by strong academic credentials, he possesses extensive knowledge of Indian codes, British Standards, Eurocodes, and UIC codes. A team player with exceptional leadership qualities, he boasts a commendable project delivery record and excellent communication skills. His expertise lies in bridging the gap between vision and execution, making him a valuable asset in the field of railway infrastructure development.

RS Rao

Chief General Manager-Project DMRC

Titas Roy

Senior Research Manager Geospatial World

Neha Bagrecha

Head Design Adani Airport

Neha Bagrecha is an Aviation expert with almost two decades of experience in Multibillion dollar Mega Airport Projects. Her experience includes major Airports like Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport Terminal 2, Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru New Terminal (T2), Multi modal Transportation Hub at Bengaluru Airport, Terminal 1B Mumbai and Projects at Ahmedabad and Guwahati Airports. Her expertise includes leading and managing design of all the disciplines for Terminal, Airside and Landside for both Greenfield and Brown field Airport programs with focus on Sustainability and Digital innovation for the whole life cycle of project from design to execution to HOTO.

Sajid Mukhtar

Chairman Roter Group

Experienced Entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working in the civil engineering industry. Skilled in AutoCAD, Operations Management, Highways, Earthworks, and Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Strong professional in the field of GNSS, LiDAR, UAV/Drone, GPR and Geospatial.

Atul Bhobe

Head - BIM TPF Engineering Consultant

He is Managing Director of TPF Engineering Pvt. Ltd. in India and is on the Executive Committee of TPF Group - a multi-disciplinary consultancy group with more than 4500 personnel and operating in over 45 countries with a turnover of almost ? 2000 crores headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. His expertise includes Structural Design & Construction Engineering of Structures. He is an expert in design of Cable Stayed Bridges, Steel Bridges, Special Structures & is keen on developing and using software in design and construction. He has published & presented over 100 papers in National and International Seminars. He has been on several IRC, BIS and Maharashtra state Govt. committees for drafting codes and specifications.

Sonali Dhopte

Founder Excelize

Architect and Interior Designer with 30 years of industry experience, Sonali has worked with the top architectural firms in the US and India. She is a strategic BIM and digital construction specialist with a strong passion for new technologies in the AEC industry. She is an industry leader and BIM evangelist, speaker at BIM conferences and seminars worldwide, and is passionate about providing BIM thought leadership and mentoring to young BIM professionals. As Chief Strategy Officer at Excelize (www.excelize.com), she oversees and guides the BIM technology.

SJ Vijay

Founder & Chairman Salmon Leap & hoMMission India

With a four-decade career, Mr. S J Vijay excelled in banking, significantly contributing to ICICI Bank, Indus Ind Bank, and Centurion Bank. His impact extends to policy-making, SEZs, seaports, airports, and integrated townships. Currently, he's pioneering construction innovation using 3D Monolithic Modular Precast Technology, collaborating with the Indian Institute of Science to establish an Indian Centre of Excellence for Buildings as a Product. This visionary endeavor aims to revolutionize construction by enabling on-demand, on-site building manufacturing. Mr. S J Vijay's journey reflects adaptability and innovation, making significant strides in finance, policy, and cutting-edge construction techniques.

Vishal Shah

Executive Director Gleeds Consulting

Vishal Shah is a construction professional with a 20+ year track record in cost estimation, planning, procurement, and contract administration. He's led teams delivering value-added services, managing 100M+ Sft of real estate projects for diverse clients. Vishal excels in bespoke commercial management systems, implementing digital technologies for informed decisions. He's collaborated with top-tier developers, owners, and financial institutes, contributing to projects like Surat Diamond Bourse, Kohinoor Square, Godrej 1 & 2, and Taj Amritsar & Guwahati. His expertise spans Indian sub-continent sectors, showcasing commercial astuteness and a knack for enhancing project value.

Ashish K Jain

Partner AEON

Mr. Ashish K Jain, Partner at AEON, brings 19+ years of experience in Sustainability, Green Buildings, BIM, Interior Design, and Architecture across India, USA, Europe & Middle East. Leading Sustainability Groups in India and the Middle East, he's a Thought Leader, presenting papers at international forums and lectures at premier Indian institutes. Ashish excels in sustainable building design, including Passive strategies, Energy & Water efficiency, Net Zero, and Healthy Buildings. He guides architects and engineers, influencing designs for resource efficiency, environmental impact reduction, and occupant well-being.

Kuber

Team Leader Ramboll

A civil engineer by background, Kuber has been working on multi-disciplinary projects from more than a decade in the AEC (Architectural Engineering and Construction) sector. He is heading a team of product managers at ramboll where the key focus is to transform the engineering processes. At Ramboll he is involved in developing solutions that connects AEC industry with Technology.

Rajiv Nehru

Market Lead APAC RICS

Rajiv Nehru is InMarket Lead APAC at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. He is a civil engineer with a Master's in Construction Management from the University of Pune. He has been awarded the prestigious British Chevening Scholarship in 2006-07 for Environment Management and Sustainable Development programme in University of Wales, UK. Rajiv has more than 29 years' experience as a construction management professional and has honed his skills in construction, contract management, business strategy, strategic planning, cost management and program management. He has worked as a project management trainer and consultant in India, the Middle East and Africa and has trained more than 15,000 people in construction management.

Srilata Ramkumar

Director, Design E&A Design Consultant

Srilata Ramkumar is the Director of E&A Design Consultants LLP and is currently involved in Design of many upcoming Airports and large Infrastructure projects. She has rich experience as Terminal Architect having worked in Delhi airport during the initial stages of construction of IGI Airport T -3 ,the37 MPA capacity Terminal which was constructed in a record time of 36 months in 2010 for the Common Wealth Games to be held in New Delhi Srilata is an expert in Design & Execution of various Terminal Finishes from concept to commissioning ,Operations and Expansion for all areas of Terminal like Immigration, PESC, ,Check in& Immigration, Signages, Washrooms, Seating, Retail areas , Lounges & Terminal Art, Airport Ancillary and Utility buildings ETC with effective interfacing and coordinating with various Internal & external Stakeholders.

Pankaj Gupta

Managing Partner Roark Consulting

35 years' experience in structural planning and design of complex building structures. Has designed projects in 20+ countries in 5 continents. Expert in Structural systems performance and optimization, Value Engineering and Long-span Steel-Concrete hybrid building structures. Involved in infrastructure projects like landmark DND toll plaza, Dubai Metro Greenline Depot, Pune Metro Depots and MOPA Airport at Goa.

Gaurav Kumar Chawla

Founder and CEO GKC Consultants OPC Pvt. Ltd.

More than 20 years of experience in Digital Transformation Consulting and Project Management Enablement across diverse verticals including Industrial Construction, Real Estate, IT, Oil Gas, Heavy Civil Infrastructure, Utilities and Public Sector Expert.

Manasa Garikaparthi

Urban Designer AECOM

Manasa Garikaparthi is an adept architect, Urban Designer, and LEED certified professional, committed to sustainable development. With five years of experience, she's worked on diverse large-scale projects in India, spanning master planning, mixed-use, streetscape, transit, and smart city initiatives. As an Urban Designer at AECOM India, Manasa drives smart city projects nationwide. Notably, she restored eight Coimbatore lakes ecologically and revitalized Srinagar's heritage areas. Her expertise lies in mobility planning and multi-modal integration, evidenced in her work on the World Bank-funded Chennai Megastreets project. Her people-centric approach tackles urban complexities, reflecting her dedication to socially equitable and environmentally sound solutions.

Chitranjan Kaushik

CEO Eco First

Serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Ecofirst Services Limited (TATA Enterprise). Managing the company to achieve the targeted growth along with building the various processes and culture. Strategy formulation, business development, financial management, identifying new opportunities and growth area are primary functions. In addition, establishing process for deliveries, providing technical inputs in areas of expertise and helping to manage the projects, incubating teams are part of operational management. Has over 26 years of varied experience. A Civil Engineer with a master's from UNESCO-IHE, The Institute for Water Education in Netherlands with a specialization in Hydro-informatics. Also, was a Diplomat, Water Resources Engineer under certification from the American Acade.

Abul Kalam Azad

Senior Project Management Consultant JLL

Mr. Abul Kalam Azad is a Construction Project Management expert with 18+ years' experience, specializing in 4D Planning, Scheduling, and digital transformation. He's a member of India BIM Association, a Change Agent Consultant at BIMCrew Consultancy, and has worked with MNCs like JLL, CBRE, and Cushman & Wakefield. He's skilled in advanced methods like CPM, PERT, LPS, Simulation, and ADePT, and is OHSAS 18001:2007 certified. A member of PMI, he's contributed to over 340 contractors and 100+ consultants, integrating SMART project management tools, Lean, Green, and AI for construction excellence.

Prashant Alatgi

MD Prashant Advanced Surveys

Highly experienced Owner with a demonstrated history of working in the Land Surveying, Civil Engineering industry. Skilled in Strategic Planning, Business Development, Advanced Land Surveying, Construction, and Civil Engineering. Strong business development professional with a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) focused in Civil Engineering, (Construction & Project Management) from Maharashtra Institute of Technology. Currently pursuing Ph.D. in Advanced Surveying from 2019.

Mansoor Ahmad

Former Executive Director AAI

Akshansh Agarwal

Co-Founder & CEO Onsite

Varun Kumar Sagarkar*

CEO Desapex

Col Gaurav Singh

Head - Automation Project Adani Group

Col (Dr) Gaurav Singh, Head Technology and Automation - Adani Group Security earned his PhD in 'Supply Chain Optimisation & Risk Management' from IIT Delhi and won 'Gold medal' and the prestigious "Padmashri MM Suri" award during his M. Tech from IIT Delhi. As General Manager of Army Base Workshop, he drove the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" campaign resulting in indigenization of 350+ high-tech and low-tech assemblies, resulting in optimizing, costs and lead times of Manufacturing.His interests include Deploying Digital Twins in Infrastructure space, Digital Twins driven Simulation and Optimization, Risk Management through Modelling and Quantification, and Security Risk in Supply Chain Management.

G K Chaudhary*

V P Projects BSCPL

Gaurav Vats

Head of Design Noida International Airport

Gaurav comes with 24+ years' experience in Architectural Design and planning of large-scale Aviation and Commercial projects in Cyprus, Bahrain, Sri Lanka UAE and India. Holding a Master's degree in Architecture, he is the Head of Design for Noida International Airport. He has also been a part of leadership design team of Dubai, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Navi Mumbai, Lucknow and Noida Airports with Adani Airports, GVK, Ch2mhill, Dar Al Handasah and Aeroports De Paris International (Adpi),

Alok Sharma

Director sales (AEC) India & SAARC Autodesk

Gordon Falconer

Head Smart Airport Cities GMR Group

Gordon is a city infrastructure expert, city consultant, global thought leader in cities, property & infrastructure developer & investor, real estate professional and property valuer / chartered surveyor. He has an extensive global network for city infrastructure and urban development including NGO's, Government, Tech companies, consultants and more. Gordon engages with city infrastructure projects globally as a trusted adviser to the public and private sectors, NGO's, including the UN, World Bank and the EU. In Singapore he has worked with agencies such as HDB, IDA/GovTech, and bodies such as SPRING, NUS. He is currently the Head of Smart Cities for GMR Group based at New Delhi Airport India.

Mohit Sharma

Senior Research Analyst Geospatial World