Anagha A. Nabar is a Program Manager with WRI India’s Sustainable Cities and Transport Program, where she works on urban adaptation, biodiversity, and coastal resilience. Her work focuses on advancing nature-based solutions, climate adaptation strategies, and stakeholder engagement to build resilient and inclusive urban ecosystems.

Before joining WRI India, Anagha worked extensively with government institutions across Maharashtra on urban development, policy, and planning initiatives. She worked as a Research Associate with the Urban Development Department of Maharashtra, supporting safe practices for the management and treatment of septage and reuse of treated water across 409 urban local bodies. She also worked with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on establishing the CSR Cell, gender-responsive budgeting, placemaking, and tactical urbanism projects. Additionally, she worked with the Slum Rehabilitation Authority on growth hub planning and supported Mumbai’s first slum cluster rehabilitation project.

Anagha holds a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from CEPT University, Ahmedabad, and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. Her academic training has provided a strong foundation in urban planning, design, governance, and policy. Combined with her professional experience, she brings expertise in government engagement, project implementation, Institutional governance and Policy.

Outside of work, Anagha enjoys painting, watching movies, and exploring great food joints. She is passionate about discovering new experiences, cultures, and perspectives through art, cinema, and food.