
Anashwara Pillai
@anashwarapillai
Transport Planner at Qryde, HBSS, optimizing paratransit routes and delivering transit implementation projects with agencies.
What I'm looking for
At Qryde, HBSS, I optimize demand-responsive and paratransit routes through route mapping and operational analysis, supporting more efficient and accessible service. I also coordinate transit implementation projects with transit agencies, authorities, NGOs, and mobility providers.
My urban planning research has covered SDG localization, Kerala’s infrastructure and services, census towns, and circular urban transitions. I support sustainable, climate-resilient, community-driven planning, and want to work with urban communities affected by poverty.
Experience
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Transport Planner
Qryde, HBSS
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Optimized demand-responsive and paratransit routes through route mapping and operational analysis, improving service efficiency and accessibility. Managed end-to-end transit implementation projects and led reporting, billing, and trip reconciliation modules.
Research Associate
Hitesh Vaidya
Oct 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Researched global best practices for SDG localization and analyzed alignment of India's commitments with the New Urban Agenda. Conducted research on infrastructure and governance for Kerala Urban Policy Commission and analyzed census towns for the 16th Finance Commission.
Mayor's SDG Fellow
Kollam Municipal Corporation
May 2023 - Jul 2023 (2 months)
Worked with Kollam's Mayor to promote Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on making Kollam a biodiversity-centric city. Prioritized preserving water bodies, green areas, and fostering a sustainable circular economy.
Junior Architect
Tri Design Alliance
Mar 2022 - Jul 2022 (4 months)
Worked on residential and small scaled commercial projects, handling multiple tasks while managing clients and improving presentational abilities.
Intern
WEBE Design Lab
Jun 2019 - Dec 2019 (6 months)
Tasks included architectural design, computer drafting, presentations, 3D visualizations, working drawings, window and door schedules, and site visits.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CEPT University
Master of Urban Planning, Urban Planning
2022 - 2024
Grade: Sem I G.P.A. – 2.80 / 5.00 | Sem II G.P.A. – 3.00 / 5.00 | Sem III G.P.A. – 3.90 / 5.00 | Sem IV G.P.A. – 3.70 / 5.00
Master of Urban Planning degree from CEPT University, completed in 2024.
College of Architecture Trivandrum
Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture
2016 - 2021
Grade: C.G.P.A. – 7.27 / 10.00
Bachelor of Architecture degree from College of Architecture Trivandrum, affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, completed in 2021.
Kendriya Vidyalaya DGOA Chennai
12th Grade, General
Grade: Percentage – 77.8%
Completed 12th grade (Senior Secondary) from Kendriya Vidyalaya DGOA Chennai in 2016.
Kendriya Vidyalaya DGOA Chennai
10th Grade, General
Grade: C.G.P.A. – 9.4 / 10.00
Completed 10th grade (Secondary) from Kendriya Vidyalaya DGOA Chennai in 2014.
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