Research Impact Overview
18
Foreign Journal Papers
36
International Conferences
43
Postgraduate Thesis Guided
Research Interests
Core Research Areas
- Urban and Regional Dynamics
- Sustainable Urban Development
- Infrastructure Planning
- Urban Land Management
- Integrating Energy Efficiency in Planning
- Climate Responsive Planning
- Advanced Research in Urban System
- Public Policy
Research Tools & Methodologies
- System Dynamics Modelling
- Multi-Criteria Decision Models
- Correlation and Multiple Regression Analysis
- Statistical Applications in Planning using SPSS
- GIS and Spatial Analysis
- Simulation Techniques
Software Expertise
- MS-Office Suite
- AutoCAD
- Google SketchUp
- MS-Project
- ArcGIS
- System Dynamics Software (STELLA)
Research Highlights
Doctoral Research - Energy Efficient Sustainable Development
The doctoral research focused on evolving a set of plausible policy planning guidelines for energy efficient sustainable development using System Dynamics Theory and Models. The study, conducted on Chennai Metropolitan City, employed STELLA software 9.1.4 to develop an Integrated Model for Energy Efficient Sustainable Development.
Many scholars have explored various techniques and methods of analysis for evolving development plans and observed that application of System Dynamics Theory and Models are one of the most suitable techniques available for understanding the functions of the system, which is essential for the dynamic planning process. System Dynamic models for various subsystems were developed by employing STELLA software, to recognize the functions of various sub-systems of the system by considering most important control parameters, which influence the functions of the system.
An Integrated Model for Energy Efficient Sustainable Development of Metropolitan Region was developed to examine the system closely and its dynamic functions under different alternative conditions. The Validated System Dynamics model was employed to project control parameters for the year 2041 A.D. Various socio-economic, infrastructural, and environmental indicators were measured, and different scenarios under various alternative conditions were generated based on historical behavior, survey results of expert opinions, and trend analysis.
Future Research Directions
Building on the doctoral research, the following areas are being pursued:
- ▸ Development plans based on present investigation outputs using Statistical Techniques, Operations Research, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Support Systems, and Analytical Hierarchy Procedure
- ▸ Annual plans for achieving development plan objectives
- ▸ Program evolution based on development and annual plans
- ▸ Project and scheme development with location analysis and DCF techniques
- ▸ Modeling urban physics and environmental assessment
- ▸ Urban infrastructural planning and redevelopment of slums
- ▸ Urban economic development and urban system planning
Selected Publications
Books & Book Chapters
Book
Energy Efficient Sustainable Development: A System Dynamics Approach (2018).
Published by Scholars Press, Lambert Academic Publisher, Germany. ISBN: 978-3-330-65164-7.
Book Chapter
Smart Global Megacity: Chennai Sustainable Development Framework (2021).
Lata K., Saha S.K., Adinarayanane Ramamurthy, Chundeli F.A.
In: Smart Global Megacities, Springer Nature. DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-2023-2_4.
Indexed in Web of Science/Scopus
Book Chapter
Smart Master Plan and 3D GIS Planning Support System—A Case of Chennai City (2022).
Lata K., Chundeli F.A., Adinarayanane Ramamurthy.
In: Smart Master Planning for Cities, Springer Nature. DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2564-1_3.
Indexed in Web of Science/Scopus
Book Chapter
Simplified methodology for district-scale urban energy quantification and roof-top solar photovoltaic potential (2023).
A Case Study of Chennai, India. Published in "Urban Energy Systems - A modeling and Simulation Perspective",
Wiley-Scrivener imprint, USA. Indexed in Web of Science/Scopus
Recent Journal Publications
Journal
Low-income residents' strategies to cope with urban heat - Findings from India and Austria (2022).
Tania Berger, Faiz Ahmed Chundeli, Rama Umesh Pandey, Minakshi Jain, Ayon Kumar Tarafdar, Adinarayanane Ramamurthy.
Land-use Policy, Volume 119, ELSEVIER. Impact Factor: 6.189 (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.landusepol.2022.106192
Journal
Population Density and Covid Spatial Dynamics: A Critical Assessment of Indian Districts (2021).
Faiz Ahmed Chundeli, Kusum Lata, Adinarayanane Ramamurthy, Minakshi Jain.
Indian Journal of Public Administration, 67(3), 425-439, SAGE Publications. Indexed in Web of Science/Scopus
Journal
Flood Risk Assessment, Mapping and Planning by GIS-Decision Support Systems: A Case Study in Kerala State, India (2024).
Adinarayanane Ramamurthy, Faiz Ahmed Chundeli, Srikonda Ramesh.
OIDA International Journal of Sustainable Development, Vol. 17, No. 03, pp. 47-66. ELSEVIER-Scopus Indexed
Research Guidance
Doctoral (Ph.D.) Supervision - Ongoing
Ms. K. Praveena
Topic: Urban Green Infrastructure Planning for Sustainable Urban Environment of Vijayawada City, Andhra Pradesh, India
Mr. Rajeev R
Topic: Environmental Carrying Capacity for Sustainable Spatial Planning: A Case of Greater Cochin Region, Kerala State, India
Mr. Yarramsetty Ritvik
Topic: Integrated Planning for Green Infrastructure and Urban Wastewater Systems: A Case of Hyderabad City, Telangana, India
Mrs. Nitoor Sukeerthi
Topic: Framework for optimising zoning regulations to reduce unauthorised construction in Guntur City, Andhra Pradesh, India
Mr. Lokenath Saha
Topic: Equity and Access of Urban Green: A Case of Bengaluru City, India
Outstanding Postgraduate Thesis Supervised (Recent)
Outstanding Thesis
Planning for Mitigation of Urban Heat Island on Spatial Development - Neduri Pushyami (MURP, 2022).
A Case of Vijayawada City, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Outstanding Thesis
Spatio-Temporal trends of Urban Green Space and its interactions with Urban Growth - Disha Jain (MURP, 2024).
A Case of Bhopal City, Madhya Pradesh, India.
Outstanding Thesis
An Integrated Approach for Coastal Resilience and Climate Justice in Spatial Planning - Aswinth G Chandran (MEPM, 2024).
A Case of Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation, Kerala, India.
Best Thesis
Planning for Non-Motorised Transport System - Ayushi Bhatt (MTP, 2023).
A Case of Kota city and District, Rajasthan state, India.
Major Research & Consultancy Projects
Ongoing Projects
- Preparation of Regional Plan for Thiruchirapalli Region, Tamil Nadu - Government of Tamil Nadu (₹5.61 Crores)
- Preparation of Local Area Plan (LAP) with Transit Oriented Development (ToD) - HUMTA, Government of Telangana (₹39.50 Lakhs)
- Development of Low Emission Zone (LEZ) in Old Core City Area - AMRUT-CUPCB, MoHUA (₹50.60 Lakhs)
- Traffic & Mobility Plan for Jaipur Walled City - PDCOR Limited, Rajasthan (₹15.85 Lakhs)
- Thematic Elevation Design for Suspension-Cable Stayed Bridge - PWD, Government of Madhya Pradesh (₹25 Lakhs)
Completed Projects
- Revision of Andhra Pradesh Town and Country Planning Act, 1920 - Government of Andhra Pradesh (₹55.0 Lakhs)
- Building Resilient Urban Communities (BReUCom) - European Union ERASMUS+ Programme (₹1 Crore, 2019-2023)
- Smart Cities and Academia towards Action & Research (SAAR) - MoHUA, Government of India
- Integrated Approach for Sustainable Infrastructure Planning in Kerala - Kerala Urban Policy Commission (₹2.10 Lakhs)
Professional Memberships
| Organization |
Membership Type |
| Institute of Town Planners, India (ITPI) |
Life Member |
| Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) |
Life Member |
| System Dynamics Society, USA |
Member |
| International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP) |
Member |
| Association of European Schools of Planning (AESOP) |
Member |
| Integrated Disaster Risk Management (IDRiM) Society, Japan |
Life Member |
| Institution of Engineers (India) |
Life Member |
| Indian Concrete Institute |
Life Member |
| Engineering Council of India |
Professional Engineer |
Administrative & Academic Leadership
Current Positions
- Professor & Head, Department of Planning (2026-present)
- Member, Senate - SPA Vijayawada (2019-2024)
- Expert Member, State Level Working Group - MA&UD, Government of Andhra Pradesh
- Expert Member, Kerala Urban Policy Commission
Previous Positions
- Dean (Planning & Development) - SPA Vijayawada (2020-2024)
- Associate Professor - SPA Vijayawada (2018-2026)
- Member, Board of Governors - SPA Vijayawada (2021-2023)
- Head, Department of Planning (2019-2021)
- Dean, Faculty Welfare (2020-2021)
Committee Memberships
- Technical Advisory Member - Vijayawada Municipal Corporation
- Expert Member - All India Council for Technical Education (Town & Country Planning Board)
- RTI First Appellate Authority - SPA Vijayawada (2019-2023)
International Collaborations & Conferences
Countries Visited for Academic Purpose
🇺🇸 United States
Multiple Visits: 2012, 2015, 2022
Presented papers at international conferences at MIT, Montclair State University. Visited urban planning schools at major universities.
🇳🇱 The Netherlands
Visit: 2020
European Union ERASMUS+ BReUCom project meeting at University of Twente, ITC.
🇦🇹 Austria
Visit: 2019
BReUCom project symposium at Danube University, Krems.
🇦🇪 UAE
Visit: 2013
International Conference on Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development, Dubai.
Recent International Conference Presentations
Conference
REAL CORP 2024 - "Evaluating the Impact of Urbanisation on Climate Change: A Case of Kochi City"
(April 2024, Mannheim, Germany)
Conference
ACSS 2024 - "Geospatial Approach for Flood Vulnerability Assessment and Mapping: A Case of Chennai City"
(May 2024, Tokyo, Japan)
Conference
ICARSS 2024 - "Regional Planning of Urban Sustainable Development in Puducherry Region"
(June 2024, Cambridge, United Kingdom)
Conference
EMCEI 2023 - "Environmental Sustainability Impacts of Solid Waste Management Practices: A Case Study of Kochi City"
(October 2023, Calabria, Italy)
Journal Editorial & Review Activities
Lead Guest Editor
International Journal of Property Management and Built Environment
EMERALD Publishing Limited, UK (Web of Science & SCOPUS indexed)
Editorial Board Member
- Sustainable Development - Open Access Journal (Sci-Hall Press, Canada)
- Human Geography and Regional Studies (Sci-Hall Press, Canada)
- Urban Research (Sci-Hall Press, Canada)
Peer Reviewer
- Land-use Policy (ELSEVIER) - Impact Factor: 6.189
- Sustainable Cities and Society (ELSEVIER)
- Walailak Journal of Science and Technology (SCOPUS)
- Earth Science, Systems and Society
Workshops & Training Programs Organized
International
International Conference on "Resilient and Liveable City Planning" (RLCP 2020) -
Convener, February 10-13, 2021, SPA Vijayawada
EU Project
Building Resilient Urban Communities (BReUCom) -
Multiple workshops and training programs under ERASMUS+ programme (2019-2023)
Workshop Series
"Building Inclusive Cities for Resilient and Sustainable Future" -
Series of 6 workshops in collaboration with UN-HABITAT (2023)
Training
Application of GIS in Urban Resilience Planning -
Six-day eSTTP, November 2020, SPA Vijayawada
Workshop
Local Area Planning Approach Towards Urban Regeneration -
Two-day workshop, October 2023, SPA Vijayawada
Contact & External Links
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School of Planning and Architecture Vijayawada
Andhra Pradesh-520008, India
