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Mayank Mishra, B.Arch, has been associated with ShiFt for the past 16 years, Being able to simultaneously lead the varied process at ShiFt, he leads the creativem research and analytic thinking tasks while maintaining his role as a designer. Greem Building, Eco Resorts, a real estate IT park, various institutional buildings passive solar architecture, life cycle analysis are examples of Ar. Mayank's list of expertise.

K.S. Gopal is a renowned permaculturist and rural development expert, serving as the Director of the Centre for Environment Concerns (CEC), Hyderabad. With a deep focus on sustainable agriculture and water conservation, he has pioneered dryland farming techniques that enhance soil fertility while minimizing water use. Gopal is the creator of the System of Water for Agriculture Rejuvenation (SWAR), an award-winning sub-surface irrigation method designed to maximize water efficiency in farming. A strong advocate for permaculture and regenerative agriculture, he continues to work on empowering farmers with climate-resilient solutions for a sustainable future.

Mr Narsanna K is a certified permaculturist from the Permaculture International Institute, Australia, with 25+ years of experience in the development sector. He serves as Secretary at Aranya Agriculture Alternatives and is a founding member of the Permaculture Association of India. An expert in sustainable agriculture and water-efficient techniques, he has led initiatives like Tree-Based Farming Systems for tribal communities. A global advocate for permaculture, he has contributed to numerous publications and evaluated natural resource management projects internationally.