Faculty

LEADERSHIP

Archana Surana

Archana Surana

Founder & Director
Mentor - Fashion and Jewellery Department

Ms. Archana Surana is a Design Educator, Mentor and Social Entrepreneur with 30 years of experience innovating in Design Education. She successfully carries forward the legacy of 25 years as the Founder and Director of ARCH College of Design and Business. With specialised streams in Design Education, she has built key pathways for undergraduate and postgraduate level programmes with international and national certifications.

DESIGN CULTURE initiative is her mission to harness the power of design among the aspirants of the creative and innovative domain, enabling them to become design leaders. She was Chairperson of Design Culture—Pink City Design Confluence 2022.

She was elected as Vice President at the Board Member of the Cumulus Executive Board (2022-2025), and has been re-elected as the Board Member of the Cumulus Executive Board (2025-2028), and is a Member of the CII National Committee on Design India (2021-2023). She has been a member of the Scientific Committee for International Fashion Research Colloquia and has conceived, organized, and hosted the Fashion Colloquia - Responsible Fashion Series in Jaipur, India. She served as Dean, & Fashion Design Faculty (Fashion, Jewellery & Interior), Academic Council Member of Rajasthan ILD Skills University—RISU (2020-22) (Renamed – Vishvakarma Skills University), and is currently a member of the CBSE Committee on Skill Development.

She represents ARCH as a member of International forums-IFFTI, WDO, Cumulus and Industry & Academic bodies-FICCI-Flo, FDCI, IIID, IGBC, TPF, TIE Rajasthan.

A US State Department and Rotary Foundation Alumnus, Vital Voices Lead Fellow, and a Fortune and Vital Voices-Global Ambassadors Program (GAP) Mentee. She founded the Women Mentors Forum, WMF in 2014, impacting 1500+ women entrepreneurs and professionals through mentoring initiatives A social entrepreneur, her contributions to youth and women empowerment have gained her recognition at the hands of former Indian President, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, as a YUVA ICON.

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Benoy Thoompunkal

Benoy Thoompunkal

Director, International Relations & Partnerships
Mentor, Industrial Design & Photography

As a practicing Design Consultant and Academician for over 32 years, he has worked in multiple fields of design, ranging from Heritage Conservation & Product Design to Interiors, Space & Structure, Lighting, Exhibitions & Display, Clock Design and Photography. He has also executed various national and international projects

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Ritu Nanda

Ritu Nanda

Director
Admin

Ritu Nanda is a retired Rajasthan State service officer with over 35 years of experience in the government, mainly in the insurance sector. She also has experience in drafting and implementing various social security schemes, implementing projects for women's strengthening and mobilising, handling projects for UNDP, UNICEF and ILO. She has held senior leadership positions across key Government of Rajasthan departments and has been associated with the Institute of Development Studies and Harish Chandra Mathur Rajasthan Institute of Public Administration (HCM RIPA), Jaipur. Her areas of expertise include managing social security schemes, rural development initiatives, and governance-focused trainings.
An alumna of Sophia School and college, Ajmer, she holds postgraduate and graduate degrees in English, with English Honours, along with professional training in textile design. She is recognised for her contributions in the field of Insurance and as a Government of India-recognised trainer.

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CORE

Purnima Nag

Purnima Nag

Head
Academic Administration & Projects

Prof. (Dr.) Purnima Nag is Head – Academic Administration & Projects at ARCH College of Design & Business. With a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from the University of Rajasthan, she brings over 26 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. She has published 60+ research papers, supervised Ph.D. scholars, and contributed to NEP 2020-aligned curriculum development. Dr. Nag has led NAAC/NIRF initiatives and oversees key academic functions including admissions, faculty development, research, and institutional planning.

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Indrajit Das

Indrajit Das

Associate Professor & Course Coordinator
Jewellery Design

With over 19 years of experience, Indrajit Das is a seasoned expert in jewellery design and merchandising. A NIFT alumnus, he excels in designing exclusive collections, creative direction, product development, and academic curriculum design—effectively bridging industry practice with design education.

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Ar. Radheya Chopde

Ar. Radheya Chopde

Senior Faculty & Coordinator
Interior Design

With over 10 years of experience across industry and academics, Ar. Radheya Chopde brings a strong foundation in design education and practice. His expertise lies in Digital Architecture, where technology-driven design processes meet spatial innovation. Currently pursuing a PhD at IIT, he guides students in integrating digital tools, research-based thinking, and contemporary architectural practices, bridging academic inquiry with real-world design applications.

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Krati

Harshita Mukkad

Asst. Professor
Communication Design

With a background in Applied Arts, Harshita brings a blend of creative and strategic thinking to design education. She has over 6 years of professional experience working with brands, managing both design execution and strategic communication. Her approach focuses on building meaningful visual narratives that go beyond aesthetics to create impactful connections.

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Shubhangini Soni

Shubhangini Soni

Faculty
Interior Design

With over 10 years of professional and academic experience, Shubhangini Soni, specializes in Architecture and Interior Design. A graduate of Aayojan School of Architecture and Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, she leads Black White Grey Design Studio, blending global design perspectives with hands-on learning.

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Suddhanshu Sharma

Suddhanshu Sharma

Faculty
Styling & Photography

A commercial photographer and educator, he specializes in Styling & Photography with over 8 years of industry experience across fashion, product, food, and interior photography. Having created visual content for brands and advertising campaigns, they bring strong industry insight into the classroom.

An alumnus of Bharati Vidyapeeth School of Photography, Pune, they have also led photography departments at institutes in Jaipur. At ARCH, they focus on bridging creative concepts with practical execution, mentoring students in visual storytelling, styling, and industry-oriented photography practices.

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Chandana Burman

Chandana Burman

Faculty
Communication Design

With over a decade of experience in Designing, Branding, Printing, and Digital Tools, Chandana Burman creates impactful visual solutions that merge creativity with precision. A Bachelor of Commerce graduate, she combines creative expertise with industry insights to guide students in developing strong visual communication and design skills.

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PRO

Yunus Khimani

Bhargav Mistry

Mentor
Product Designer

With over 40 years of experience in design practice and education, Bhargav Mistry is a seasoned design pedagogist and a National Institute of Design alumnus. He brings expertise across diverse product domains and is also a trained Sarod artist, having pursued the instrument for nearly four decades. His work reflects a deep integration of design thinking and musical sensitivity, bridging creativity across disciplines.

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Yunus Khimani

Yunus Khimani

Senior Faculty
Artist & Educator

With over 40 years of experience as professional artist, Yunus Khimani brings rich experience in arts, including 25 years as a design educator. An M.A. in Fine Arts from University of Baroda, he’s exhibited globally, led academic programs, and founded Yunus Khimani & Associates, blending traditional Bagru techniques with contemporary handcrafted fabric innovations.

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Bhavani Shankar Singh

Bhawani Shanker Sharma

Senior Faculty
Artist & Educator

With over 50 years of experience, Bhawani Shankar Sharma is a distinguished design educator and artist. He is a former Chairman at Rajasthan Lalit Kala Academy. As a visiting faculty member at various art and design institutions in Rajasthan and beyond, he continues to mentor and inspire emerging creatives through his rich experience and dedication to the arts.

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Chandra Vijai Singh

Chandra Vijai Singh

Senior Faculty
Artist & Educator

With over 40 years of experience, Chandra Vijai Singh has significantly contributed as a Design Professor sharing his deep knowledge and enriching design education. He is the co-founder of KHATU DESIGNS, a brand known for hand-crafted accessories, clothing, and customized gifts. An alumnus of the National Institute of Design, he brings both academic and industry excellence to his work.

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Juhhi Kedia

Akshita Jain

Faculty
Interior Design

With 10 years of experience in the interior design industry across Rajasthan and Mumbai, Akshita Jain has successfully delivered a range of residential and commercial projects. She specializes in design software like AutoCAD and 3ds Max, combining technical skill with a keen design sense to bring interiors to life.

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Megan Bhardwaj

Megan Bhardwaj

Faculty
Fashion Design

With over 12 years of professional experience, including 10 years in the fashion industry and 2 years in academics, Megan Bhardwaj is a faculty member in Fashion Design. Her expertise lies in print and surface design, product development, and research and development, shaped through her work at Hobby House Design Studio. Holding a Bachelor of Design and a Master of Art in Drawing and Painting, she guides students in developing strong design concepts, material exploration, and industry-ready fashion solutions through a balance of creative practice and real-world insight.

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Rajat Vashishtha

Neilamber Bhardwaj

Faculty
Product Design

Neilamber Bhardwaj is a postgraduate in Industrial and Product Design with three years of industry experience and over five years in academics. Beginning his journey in Furniture and Graphic Design, he brings a rich, cross-disciplinary perspective. Passionate about innovative material use, he has created unique paper accessories while working with Ratan Papers Pvt. Ltd. and other design-forward companies.

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Neerja Palisetty

Neerja Palisetty

Senior Faculty
Artist & Educator

With over 19 years of experience makes Indrajit Das a seasoned expert in jewellery design and merchandising. He excels in designing exclusive ranges, creative direction, product development, and academic curriculum design, bridging industry and education.

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Rashmi Bhardwaj

Rashmi Bhardwaj

Senior Faculty
Artist & Educator

With 30 years of industry experience, including 8 years in academics, Rashmi Bhardwaj brings deep expertise in Home Textiles, Surface Development, and Design Fundamentals. A Masters in Textile Design from National Institute of Design, she leads her brand ‘Rashmi Bhardwaj,’ combining design thinking with hands-on knowledge to inspire future textile and design professionals.

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Khemraj Kala

Nishi Jajoo

Faculty
Interior Design

A graduate from SNDT University, Mumbai she has an experience of 20 years in Interior Design & Project Management. Currently leading a reputable firm Design Elements for Interior Designing and Architectural Development. Her expertise like in Technical & Execution on Interior Projects.

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Anil Bose

Anil Bose

Faculty
Communication Design

Anil Kumar Bose has an experience of over 25 years in the industry of Graphic Design, Animation and Photography. He has worked with TV based studios for motion graphics, e-Learning design for Magic Software, ITPrenuers and Liqvid learning. He was the chief designer at Triburg Centre for Learning. He has worked on corporate communication and branding for international NGOs like GAAMAC & LOGIN Asia. He has created learning based simulations for the managers and labour at Fair Labor Association Switzerland. He worked on Photo-features for a newspaper. Photography and Design faculty with different institutions in Delhi NCR. He is a Post Graduate from NID Ahmedabad and a BFA from Delhi College of Art.

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TECH

Bharat Bhushan

Bharat Bhushan

Faculty
Technician - Jewellery Lab

A jewellery technician with 25+ years of experience in the industry. With a decade-long expertise in the Kundan Meena industry, Bharat Bhushan is a master of jewellery manufacturing, possessing a diverse skill set, like casting, enamelling, stone cutting, carving, and other production techniques.

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Kanhaiya Lal

Kanhaiya Lal

Faculty
Technician - Wood Lab

With almost 40 years of experience in woodworking and metal fabrication, including 15 years in industry. His expert skills in wood craftsmanship, furniture making, lab tool repairing, prototyping, and structuring in space for exhibitions and display, facilitates hands-on learning for students.

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Ramesh Chandra Sharma

Ramesh Chandra Sharma

Faculty
Technician - Fashion Lab

With 27 years of experience, Ramesh Chandra Sharma brings exceptional expertise as a Fashion Lab technician, excelling in pattern making, fabricating, stitching, garment construction, and surface ornamentation.

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Vinod Kumar Badetiya

Vinod Kumar Badetiya

Faculty
Technician – Fashion Lab

With over 7 years of experience in handloom weaving, dyeing, and textile design, Vinod Kumar Badetiya serves as a Laboratory Technician specializing in Handloom and Textiles. He brings expertise in innovative weaving techniques, natural dyeing, and product development. Vinod holds degrees in History, English Literature, and B.A., and has been recognized in national handloom forums for his dedication to preserving and promoting traditional crafts.

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Manikant Sharma

Manikant Sharma

Faculty
Technician - Product Labs

With over 12 years of industry experience, including 5 years in academia, Manikant Sharma is a material innovation expert. He specializes in painting, drawing, wood and metal sculpture, and TV & film set design. He holds a Masters in Visual Arts and brings creative depth to both fine arts and design education.

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Business

Dr. Sunita Sharma

Dr. Sunita Sharma

Faculty & Coordinator
BBA

With over 14 years of experience, Dr. Sunita Sharma is an expert in Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior. A Ph.D. holder in Organizational Behavior, her work spans research, teaching, and training with a focus on emotional intelligence and leadership development.

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Amreen Ahmed

Amreen Ahmed

Manager
Projects & Incubation

With over a decade of experience, Amreen Ahmed is a dynamic program management professional specializing in social impact, entrepreneurship, and community development. She has led initiatives supporting women entrepreneurs, youth leadership, and startup incubation across diverse sectors. A skilled facilitator and speaker, she has trained over 8,500 individuals through collaborations with national and international organizations. Holding a Master’s in Psychology and certified in program management, she brings a people-centric and purpose-driven approach to her work.

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Ankit Sharma

Ankit Sharma

Faculty
BBA

With over 15 years of industry experience, including 1 year in academics, Mr. Ankit Sharma brings practical business insights grounded in real-world application. He holds a B.Tech and an M.B.A., with specializations in Marketing Management, Strategic Management, and Entrepreneurship.

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Dr. Ankush Gautam

Dr. Ankush Gautam

Faculty
General Hindi

With over 15 years in academia including 12 years in the industry, Dr. Ankush Gautam is a distinguished scholar with deep expertise in Bhakti-era and contemporary Hindi literature. He holds a Ph.D. along with multiple degrees and diplomas, including a prestigious certification from FTII, blending literary depth with creative expression.

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Ranjeet Singh

Ranjeet Singh

Faculty
BBA

With 40 years of experience, Dr. Ranjeet Singh is a senior academic leader and educator specialising in commerce education, institutional leadership, and curriculum development. He holds a PhD in Commerce from the University of Rajasthan and has served in key roles including Principal (Officiating), Vice-Principal, Dean of Commerce, and Head of Department. He is widely recognised for his contribution to academic governance, teacher training, and student-centric learning practices.

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Elected to Cumulus Executive Board

Re-elected to Cumulus Executive Board

Archana Surana, Founder and Director of ARCH College of Design & Business, has been re-elected as Board Member of the Cumulus Association Executive Board for the 2025–2028 term. She previously served as the Vice President from 2022 to 2025.

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