Championing Inclusive and Sustainable Urban Development Across India
About the cIUCC
The Confederation of Indian Urban and Civic Chambers (cIUCC) serves as a catalyst for transformative urban development in India. As a non-partisan, multi-stakeholder platform, cIUCC unites policymakers, civic leaders, industry experts, and citizens to address critical urban challenges and drive meaningful change.
Our vision is to build inclusive, accessible, and sustainable cities where every citizen benefits from equitable opportunities and robust urban governance. Through strategic dialogue and evidence-based advocacy, cIUCC strives to advance urban policies that prioritize social equity, city resilience, and sustainable growth.
Founded by a coalition of urban planners, civic activists, and thought leaders, cIUCC has emerged as a central forum for stakeholder engagement and collaborative action. Our history is marked by impactful initiatives, policy dialogues, and a commitment to bridging gaps between government, private sector, and the community.
Led by a dedicated board of directors and guided by a diverse council of advisors, cIUCC ensures that all voices are represented in shaping India’s urban future. We invite policymakers, sponsors, and partners to join us in creating cities that are not only innovative and resilient, but truly inclusive for all.
Our Leadership & Core Team
Shveta Kalra
Shveta Kalra, is a Chartered Accountant, and a graduate from SRCC, University of Delhi. Ex-Partner, EY India, Shveta is a Financial, Strategy and M&A expert with vast experience in structuring and implementing M&A deals and corporate restructuring projects. Over the past 20 years, Shveta has worked with leading consultancy firms – PWC, BMR Advisors and Ernst and Young, a family office advisory firm, Legacy Growth, and a clean energy start up as a Chief Financial and Strategy Officer. With her sector agnostic approach, her experience encompasses project management, financial and strategy advisory, transaction structuring, and assistance in closing transactions seamlessly. She has implemented various marquee transactions for major Japanese/ Singapore conglomerates, Sovereign Wealth Fund as well Indian listed companies. She is content creator, founder and host of platform “Prerak, stories that inspire” that aims to uncover journeys of resilience, innovation and impact, hence carving out stories that dare to dream, act and create lasting change. She has undertaken various leadership/ executive programs from leading institutes – HEC Paris; SDA Bocconi, Italy and XLRI Institute of Management to develop business and leadership capabilities. A climate enthusiast, her contribution featured on Global Journal of Business and Integral Security (GBIS, 2022) for her paper on circular economy.
Indrani Chatterjee
Indrani Chatterjee is Masters in English Literature from Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi. Worked as Communications Manager with IBM and Shell, she was the India Lead for Shell Eco-marathon Asia (Kuala Lumpur & Manila) for 4 years from 2011 to 2014. Indrani represented Shell at the 2013 Melcrum Awards in London, where her submission won in the Best 8 Step category of Excellence in Internal Communications. With international assignments in Malaysia, Netherlands, Philippines, Singapore and UK, she also worked in Hanover, Germany with J. Walter Thompson. She is certified in Organizational Developmental Training like Seven Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen Covey), Six Thinking Hats (the Edward de Bono module –tools for parallel thinking), and Communication Styles (the Don Lowry module). Indrani trains on Soft Skills (Interpersonal Skills, Transactional Analysis, Listening with Empathy, Body Language, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching & Feedback, Motivation, Time Management, Team Building, Customer Service, etc.).
Arnab Bose
Arnab Bose has a PhD and is a research professional whose current areas of interest include Artificial Intelligence, Inclusion (physiological and financial) and Sustainability. Arnab has a doctoral thesis on ‘Smart Governance of the Built Environment’ studying cases in New Delhi and Berlin. He has previously worked in Responsible Banking at YES Bank and at The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) in New Delhi; working in various consultancy projects on resilience, climate finance, renewable energy, etc. Arnab has a Masters in Economics from JNU and an MBA in Finance from the University of Amsterdam.We are a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering excellence.
Empowering Stakeholders for Better Cities
Our Core Focus Areas
Advancing Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Urban Development
Bridging perspectives for impactful outcomes
Stakeholder Dialogue & Advocacy
Facilitating constructive engagement among government, industry, and citizens to shape effective urban policies.
Building cities for the future
Sustainable Urban Development
Promoting environmentally responsible planning and practices to create resilient and livable urban environments.
Cities that welcome everyone
Inclusion & Accessibility
Ensuring urban spaces and policies are accessible and equitable for all, especially marginalized communities.
Prepared for tomorrow’s challenges
City Resilience
Strengthening cities’ ability to withstand and recover from environmental, social, and economic shocks.
Fairness at the heart of governance
Social Equity in Urban Governance
Advocating for fair resource distribution and representation in city decision-making processes.
Partner with Us for Urban Inclusion
Join the Confederation of Indian Urban and Civic Chambers (cIUCC) in advancing inclusive urban development across India. We invite policymakers, sponsors, and stakeholders to connect and explore meaningful partnerships for impactful civic initiatives.