Apoorva Nandish is a Senior Program Associate at WRI India. She works at the intersection of urban transport, mobility and gender, contributing through research and stakeholder engagement.

Prior to joining WRI India, Apoorva has worked with a think tank, management consulting firm and an academic research institute, managing projects at the nexus of infrastructure, transport and gender studies. She is adept at conducting technical assessments, developing policy recommendations and frameworks, engaging with government stakeholders, collaborating with CSOs and NGOs, and leading teams on large-scale studies. With a knack for leveraging data-driven insights, she is committed to empowering community groups and capacitating government representatives to transform their cities.

Apoorva holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from B.V.Bhoomaraddi College of Engineering and Technology, and a Master’s in Urban Planning (Transport specialization) from CEPT University.

Outside of work, Apoorva enjoys exploring unique events, engaging in outdoor activities and savoring culinary delights.