Indus University

Mr. Naresh Chhatwani is the head of the Indus Architecture School at Indus University, Gujarat. He holds the work experience of almost two decades. He has been associated with the institute for more than two years. He places his specializations in research. He is positioned as a great guide to the students of Indus institute.

What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

“The capability to motivate the youth of the Nation to contribute towards the success”

 It is the desire for lifelong learning that motivates me to remain connected to an academic institute. Working in the education sector offers to be able to generate new ideas, knowledge at the same time sharing knowledge with peers.

What is your philosophy of leadership? How would you describe your leadership style?

“Practical and participative leadership for relevant decision making”

 I believe in imparting architectural education with an interactive and experimental method. I strive to create a platform for collaboration and developing pedagogy that is socially and technologically relevant.

The education systems in India and other foreign countries are structured very differently. In your experience, what can an inbound student gain from studying here at your university?

“The development of leadership and self-confidence for exploration to different areas”

 Students will be involved more with the university by fostering a creative and challenging environment. When we enhance the practice of self-learning and leadership qualities towards creating individuals with a profound understanding; students will be inbound towards the university.

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How does the curriculum of your department ensure the best practice of the industry?

“Activity-based learning with several associations with firms for experiential learning”

 We at IDEA, have a curriculum that is module-based offering enough scope for innovation and flexibility. Problem-solving attitudes towards varied situations through widened perspective and efficient methods; team work and collaborative abilities are inherited.

What do you think your roles and responsibilities to the University and the students are?

“Motivator and guide to the students for leading them to success”

I see my role as a motivator and a mentor for the students as well as for my colleagues, working towards achieving new academic heights.

What do you think should be the University’s top priority over the next 10 years?

“To bridge a gap between theoretical learning and practical knowledge to increase sustainability”

 For our institute to grow over the next 10 years, I feel we need to focus more on research on the built environment and issues about the society and sustainability. Creating a sustainable world (not just environmentally but also socially), should be made part of our actions and pedagogy, as a growing institute.

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