Indian-origin architect named Commissioner of Historic England

London: Indian-origin architect and design advocate Nairita Chakraborty has been appointed to the prestigious role of Commissioner of Historic England, the public body championing the country’s historic environment and heritage.

Chakraborty, who grew up in Delhi and studied at the School of Planning and Architecture before moving to the UK, has over 16 years of experience in heritage, townscape and design.

She is already a member of Historic England‘s Advisory Committee and will start her new role as Commissioner from July 1 for a term of four years until June 2026.