Noman Ahmed

Professor Dr Noman Ahmed currently serves as a Professor and Dean in the Faculty of Architecture and Sciences at NED University. His extensive background includes self-motivated research studies on developmental issues, particularly infrastructural planning, and management. Dr Ahmed has also worked as a consultant for international agencies, NGOs, and government organizations both in Pakistan and abroad. Among his notable achievements, Dr Ahmed has authored several recent books, including ‘Water Supply in Karachi: Issues and Prospects’ and ‘Karachi: The Land Issue’, which provide insights into urban design from the perspective of Karachi. His contributions have earned him prestigious awards, such as the ‘Best Teacher Award’ from the Higher Education Commission, the Dr Akhter Hameed Khan Memorial Award from the Pakistan Council of Social Sciences, and the Best Writer Award on Environment and Development from the All Pakistan Newspaper Society. Additionally, he was honored with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, bestowed upon him on 23rd March 2021.Dr Ahmed’s influence extends beyond academia. He holds the position of Chair Holder and Network Coordinator for the UNESCO Chair on Sustainable Urban Regions at NED University. Furthermore, he actively contributes to public discourse by writing on development issues in Pakistani newspapers.