I am engaged in learning, teaching, and research at the intersection of design anthropology and systems thinking, with a strong emphasis on systems-oriented design practices. My work examines how design engages with complexity by attending to cultural contexts, lived practices, and relational structures, rather than through isolated problem-solving or discrete interventions.

I view participatory and co-design methodologies as anthropological tools through which systems thinking can meaningfully address complex social problems.

Alongside this, I study the indigenous scripts and visual languages of Bihar, exploring their socio-cultural significance, resilience, and contemporary relevance. This inquiry informs my broader effort to foreground local epistemologies within design education and practice, and to develop culturally grounded approaches to systemic design.