Jyotsana Kaunla

Urban Planner with experience in walkability assessment, GIS-based spatial analysis, research methodology, field surveys, and academic writing. Author of peer-reviewed publications with research interests in sustainable mobility, urban infrastructure, accessibility, and evidence-based planning. Passionate about continuously expanding my knowledge while contributing analytical and research expertise to planning, policy, and urban development projects.

Research Intern - Town and Country Planning Organisation (TCPO) - New Delhi

(2025-05 - 2025-07)

• Assisted in the preparation of the 'Draft Model Town and Country Planning Act, 2025' under the URIS Division, Design and Standard Specification Section.
• Conducted policy review, comparative analysis, and documentation of planning standards and guidelines.
• Supported in drafting technical notes and reports for planning reforms.

Junior Architect - Chirag Design Studio - Bhubaneswar

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

• Worked on residential and commercial projects including architectural design development and sanction drawings.
• Prepared working drawings, and coordinated with consultants and clients.
• Executed interior design and furniture design projects including residential projects and farmhouses.

Architectural Intern - Basic Concepts - New Delhi

(2019-06 - 2019-11)

• Assisted in architectural design development, working drawings and presentation drawings.
• Prepared 2D layouts, elevations, sections and detail drawings.
• Supported in interior design projects and material selection.

Master of Planning - Urban Planning - Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur (2025-01 - 2026-12)

Bachelor of Architecture - B.Arch. - Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (2016-01 - 2021-12)

Secondary and Senior Secondary Schooling - KV No.1 (2011-01 - 2016-12)