Gaurav Raheja

Prof. Gaurav Raheja is a Professor at the Department of Architecture & Planning, IIT Roorkee, and Co-coordinator of the Design Innovation Centre. He holds joint faculty positions at the Centre for Transportation Systems and is Professor-in-charge of Inclusion and Accessibility Services. His academic journey includes a PhD (2008) and M.Arch (2002) from IIT Roorkee, and a B.Arch from PTU Jalandhar (2000).

His research focuses on universal design, inclusive mobility, urban sustainability, and accessibility for marginalized groups such as persons with disabilities, children, and the elderly. He leads the Laboratory of Inclusive Design (LID) and advises India’s government on accessibility policies. Notable awards include the Mphasis Universal Design Award (2010) and DAAD Research Ambassadorship (2018–2022).

He has authored over 50 publications, including books on universal design and accessibility. His recent work explores children’s independent mobility in urban areas, inclusive urban futures, and accessibility in pilgrimage towns. He collaborates with global institutions like TU Berlin and TU Dresden through DAAD-funded programs. His teaching spans courses on universal design, architectural theory, and sustainable urban planning.