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Divya Latha Karlapudi

Vijayawada

Summary

Urban and Regional Planning Professional currently working as Zonal Joint Director with Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority under Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department, Govrenment of Andhra Pradesh has 10+ years of experience in successfully devising and executing statutory and master plans.


I relish the challenges of working in dynamic and fast-paced work environment and manage a team of Planners. The knowledge gained from my previous experience has shaped my ability to adapt quickly, work efficiently and effectively as part of a team.


I consider myself, a sensible personnel manager, implementing employee-focused wellness programs and generating industry-leading worker satisfaction ratings.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Zonal Joint Director

Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authorit
2016.07 - Current
  • Developed and executed Amaravati Master Plan by designing neighborhoods that is equivalent to 17,000 acres land pooled by the State Government of Andhra Pradesh (1/3rd of the Amaravati city land extent).
  • Worked in multiple departments (Economic Development and Development Promotion) to achieve robust Master Plan.
  • Ensured that every building/layout permits were issued considering defined Zoning Regulations.
  • Conducts field investigations prior to issuance of any approval, in order to analyse the factors affecting public, including land use.
  • Delivered presentations to senior executives outlining progress updates on various projects while highlighting potential areas of concern or need for additional support.
  • Built strong relationships with external partners and stakeholders, facilitating collaboration on critical projects.

Analyst – Transaction Advisory Services

Ernst & Young (EY) LLP
2013.12 - 2016.06
  • Developed and assisted the client in preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPR’s) for Visakhapatnam and Tirupati Information Technology Investment Regions (ITIRs) based on government policies.
  • Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for ease of doing business in Madhya Pradesh.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by providing clear communication of complex findings through visualizations and reports.

Deputy Planner (Urban and Regional)

LEA Associates South Asia Private Limited
2011.06 - 2013.11
  • Prepared Visakhapatnam-Kakinada Petroleum, Chemical and Petro-Chemical Investment Region Special Development Authority (VK-PCPIR SDA) Master Plan for an extent of 640 Sq.km.
  • Collaborated with multiple departments for data dissemination, site analysis, benchmarking studies, preparation of feasibility report, conducting interviews with the stakeholders (Government & Private agencies/clients) and all those concerned in order to formulate the need for the project.
  • Conducted detailed investigations, gathered essential evidence to support and ensure compliance with plans, specifications and quality standards and conducted GAP analysis to understand the need and establishing the viability of the project.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business - International Business

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning
Pune
07.2019

Master of Planning (Regional) - Regional Planning

School of Planning And Architecture
New Delhi, India
05.2011

Bachelor of Planning - Town And Country Planning

JNA&FAU (erstwhile., JNTU)
Hyderabad, India
06.2009

Skills

  • Ethics and integrity
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Statutory Planning
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making

Certification

  • Associate Member, Institute of Town Planners (ITPI), India – Feb 2013
  • Regular Member, Regional and Intergovernmental Planning Division (APA)

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Telugu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
French
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Zonal Joint Director

Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authorit
2016.07 - Current

Analyst – Transaction Advisory Services

Ernst & Young (EY) LLP
2013.12 - 2016.06

Deputy Planner (Urban and Regional)

LEA Associates South Asia Private Limited
2011.06 - 2013.11

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business - International Business

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning

Master of Planning (Regional) - Regional Planning

School of Planning And Architecture

Bachelor of Planning - Town And Country Planning

JNA&FAU (erstwhile., JNTU)
  • Associate Member, Institute of Town Planners (ITPI), India – Feb 2013
  • Regular Member, Regional and Intergovernmental Planning Division (APA)
Divya Latha Karlapudi