Dr. Prasanth Vardhan P
Key Achievements
Highlighting major contributions to urban planning, research excellence, and academic leadership
Academic Leadership
Currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of Department of Planning at SPA Vijayawada, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Research Excellence
Earned PhD in 2021 focusing on Public Land Based Revenues for Urban Infrastructure Financing. Published multiple research papers in prestigious international journals and conferences.
Mentorship & Guidance
Successfully supervised 60+ M.Planning and B.Planning thesis projects between 2013-2024, covering diverse topics in urban planning, infrastructure, and sustainable development.
Professional Experience
14 years of comprehensive experience spanning academia, research, and industry. Previously worked with Lea Associates South Asia, CEPT University's Centre of Excellence in Urban Transport, and IIM Ahmedabad.
Major Projects
Led and contributed to significant planning projects including GIS-based Master Plans, Regional Plans, Gram Panchayat Development Plans, and the Rehabilitation Planning for Polavaram Irrigation Project.
Conference Organization
Organized multiple national and international conferences including the International Conference on "Resilient and Liveable City Planning 2020" and AICTE Faculty Development Programmes.
Research & Expertise
Comprehensive profile of academic and professional specializations
About Dr. Prasanth Vardhan P
Dr. Prasanth Vardhan P is a distinguished Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Planning at the School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada. With a doctorate completed in 2021 focusing on innovative urban infrastructure financing mechanisms, he brings extensive expertise in public land-based revenue systems and urban development planning.
His professional journey spans 14 years across academia, research, and industry, during which he has made significant contributions to urban planning practice and education. He has successfully supervised over 60 postgraduate and undergraduate thesis projects, demonstrating a strong commitment to nurturing the next generation of urban planners.
Dr. Vardhan's research focuses on innovative approaches to urban infrastructure financing, including public leasehold systems, land value capture mechanisms, and tax increment financing. His work has been published in reputed international journals and presented at numerous conferences, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in sustainable urban development.
Areas of Expertise
Technical Proficiency
Proficient in MS-Office, Autodesk AutoCAD, ArcGIS, City Engine, Inro Emme, SPSS, and MS Project, enabling comprehensive spatial analysis and planning solutions.
Leadership & Administrative Roles
Extensive experience in academic administration and institutional development
Current Positions
- Head, Department of Planning (Feb 2024 - Present)
- Associate Professor (Jan 2024 - Present)
- Chairperson, DRC - Planning (Feb 2024 - Present)
- Nodal Officer, PM Young Achievers Scholarship Scheme
- Faculty In-charge, Alumni Committee (2019 - Present)
Previous Key Roles
- Controller of Examinations (2017-2022)
- Associate Dean – Academics (2021-2022)
- DPGC Convener - Department of Planning (2019-2022)
- Student Advisor (2014-2018)
- Vehicle Controller, SPAV (2019-2022)
Committee Memberships
- Member, Academic Execution Committee
- Member, DSC - Departmental Selection Committee
- Member, Library Purchase Committee
- Member Secretary, Students Grievance Cell
- Time Table and Finance Committee
Professional Memberships
- Institute of Town Planners, India (ITPI)
Associate Life Member (AITP 2013-038) - Indian Society of Remote Sensing
Life Member (L-5780)
Educational Qualifications
Advanced degrees and professional certifications in urban planning and development
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Planning
Bachelor of Planning
Certificate Course
Work Experience
14 years of professional experience across academia, research, and industry
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada
Leading the Department of Planning with oversight of curriculum development, student advising, and research initiatives. Serving as Chairperson of Departmental Research Committee and Nodal Officer for PM Young Achievers Scholarship Scheme.
School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada
Taught courses on infrastructure planning, urban development, and planning methods. Supervised 60+ postgraduate thesis projects. Managed examination systems and academic calendars as Controller of Examinations (2017-2022).
Lea Associates South Asia Pvt. Ltd.
Worked on professional projects including master plans, development plans, special area plans, and traffic and transportation studies. Prepared technical proposals for regional plans and transportation planning initiatives.
Centre of Excellence in Urban Transport
Researched integrated mobility plans, bus rapid transit systems, and urban transport investments. Conducted demographic studies and developed service level benchmarks for urban transport systems.
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
Analyzed Indian Major ports, profiled commodity analyses, and studied rail-road connectivity with focus on PPP models for port connectivity projects.
School of Planning and Architecture, JNTU
Worked on urban environmental information systems and environmental profiles for eco-city project towns under Indo-German bilateral programme.
Research Guided (60+ Students)
Successful supervision of postgraduate and undergraduate thesis projects (2013-2024)
| Student Name | Year | Research Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Ms. Achanala Shravya | 2024 | A Participatory Approach towards Inner City Regeneration, Case of Anantapur Municipal Corporation |
| Ms. A Sri Sai Snigdha | 2024 | Assessment of Property Tax Framework, Case of Vijayawada MC |
| Ms Laya Osten | 2024 | Impact of Urban Form and Socio-economics Status on Pedestrian Equity in Walkable Neighbourhoods, Case of Bengaluru |
| Ms Biya S Lakshmi | 2024 | Optimising Trauma Centre Locations for Enhanced Emergency Healthcare in Ernakulam District, Kerala |
| Ms. Sri Sravya | 2024 | Exploring the Relationship between Land Ownership and Land Development, Case of Urban Expansions in Vijayawada |
| Ms Ribadondor War | 2024 | Unraveling Urban Flood Resilience through Green Infrastructure Development, Case of Shillong |
| Ms. Jayalakshmi NS | 2024 | Investigating Role of Urban Design Elements in Residential Zones in BRTS Ridership |
| Ms. Poushya C | 2023 | Feasibility of Integrated Solid Waste Management in Peri-Urban Area, Case of Coimbatore |
| Ms. Madhumati S | 2023 | Inner-city Regeneration Plan, Case of Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Ms. Sristi Mehra | 2023 | Assessing The TOD Potential of Stations in a Proposed Suburban Railway Corridor, Case of Bengaluru |
| Ms. Apoorva Prashant J | 2023 | Impact of Transportation Network on Public Transport Ridership, Case of Nagpur |
| Ms. Atiya Afreen | 2023 | Assessing Vulnerability of Tribal Household with respect to Drought, Case of Khutpani Block |
| Ms. Meghana Tirupathi | 2023 | Planning and Financing Urban Greens using TIF, Case of Eluru Municipal Corporation |
| Ms. Mirunnaalini | 2022 | Improving Liveability using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design, Case of Mylapore, Chennai |
| Mr. Chinnam Sai Srinivas | 2022 | Tax Increment Financing (TIF) as Alternate Funding for Area Development, Case of Tadepalli |
| Mr. Shubham Kumar S | 2022 | Smart Solid Waste Management System for Ranchi MC |
| Ms. Sumalata | 2022 | Reviving the Heritage Core of the City, Bijapur |
| Ms. Pasupuleti P | 2022 | Urban Floods: The Rise in Vulnerability of Low-Lying Areas, Hyderabad |
| Mr. Madhu Kiran Tayl | 2022 | Promoting Low Carbon Electric Vehicle (EV) Intermediate Public Transportation for Tenali |
| Mr. Shashank Verma | 2022 | Local Physical Environment and Its Impact on Mode Choice |
| Ms. G Divya Sri | 2021 | Urban Sprawl and Impacts on Agricultural Land, Case of Hyderabad |
| Ms. Archana Pal | 2021 | Improving the Liveability of Varanasi Through Tourism Development |
| Ms. Jagrati Jain | 2021 | Assessment of Modal Shift and Environmental Impacts of Electrification of IPT, Gwalior |
| Mr. Nimish Laddha | 2021 | Allocation of Urban Land Use to Optimize Travel Behaviour, Nashik |
| Ms. Mariam Megha Paul | 2021 | Framework for Electric Vehicle Implementation, Chennai |
Research Publications
Contributions to peer-reviewed journals and international conferences
Major Projects
Leading planning and infrastructure development initiatives
Rehabilitation Planning for Polavaram Irrigation Project
Planning and rehabilitation strategy for affected areas of major irrigation infrastructure project.
Model Gram Panchayat Spatial Development Plan
Andhra Pradesh & Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Comprehensive development plans for Paritala GP and Telaprolu GP in Krishna District.
GIS Based Master Plan for Bhimavaram Municipality
Preparation of comprehensive master plan with GIS integration for urban development and spatial planning.
Grid of Roads for Chennai Metropolitan Area
Development of road network for 29 villages in Chennai Metropolitan Development Area as Transport Planner & GIS Specialist.
Regional Plan of Kolhapur Region
Comprehensive regional planning framework for multi-jurisdictional development coordination.
ARPA Riverfront Development
Strategic planning for riverfront development and urban waterfront revitalization.
Master Plan and Zonal Development Plans
Visakhapatnam and Kakinada Petroleum, Chemical and Petrochemical Investment Region SDA Area planning.
Integrated Mobility Plan for Ahmedabad & Gandhinagar
Urban Transport Investments for million plus cities with Ahmedabad BRT (Janmarg) coordination.
Port Rail and Road Connectivity Study
Analysis of connectivity infrastructure for top 20 ports in India.
ENVIS Environmental Information Systems
Development of environmental information systems for Tirupati Town.
General Town Planning Schemes
Comprehensive planning schemes for Ongole and Nellore towns in Andhra Pradesh.
Publications & Research Impact
Contributing to knowledge advancement in urban planning and development
Featured Publications
Exploring Potential of Public Land Based Revenues to Finance City Infrastructure - Published in International Journal of Built Environment and Sustainability (2021). DOI: https://doi.org/10.11113/ijbes.v8.n1.559
Conference Proceedings Editor
International Conference on "Resilient and Liveable City Planning 2020" - Edited 492-page proceedings published by BSP Publishers, Hyderabad. ISBN 978-93-90211-61-6
Recent Research
Domestic Water Consumption Determinants in Urban Neighborhoods - Published in 18th Global NEST International Conference on Environmental Science & Technology (2023)
Government Projects
Gram Panchayat Spatial Development Plan 2041 - Prepared for Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, covering Paritala GP and Telaprolu GP in Krishna District (2020)