Anita Sharma

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Anita Sharma is a senior research associate at Nāgrika. An interdisciplinary researcher, her work examines urban issues through the lenses of economy, ecology, and planning. Her research interests include the hydroecology of intermittent rivers, the water–energy–food nexus, and climate change. Originally from Tumin, Sikkim, Anita draws on both rural and urban experiences to inform her work. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, with an academic background in forestry and urban studies.


Areas of expertise

Urban ecology, hydrology, geospatial application, sustainability


Currently working at

Nāgrika


Articles by Anita Sharma


Residents queue for water from tanker_water infrastructure

June 5, 2025
What’s behind the drying taps in urban India?
Worsening climate stress and infrastructural issues are exacerbating the water crisis across India's cities. How can these barriers be addressed?
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