Achyut Siddu
Achyut Siddu is an architect and a design practitioner specializing in indigenous knowledge visualization and co-founder of Loksutr. His extensive field experience with tribal communities in Anuppur, Dindori, and surrounding regions of Madhya Pradesh has led him to translate oral traditions into contemporary design applications. Siddu’s interdisciplinary approach combines research methodologies with participatory design practices, enabling authentic collaboration between traditional knowledge holders, artisans and contemporary designers. His work focuses on developing innovative frameworks for visualizing intangible cultural heritage, having successfully facilitated projects where indigenous communities transform oral narratives into commercially viable cultural products. 

Apoorva Mishra
Apoorva Mishra is a cultural researcher and development practitioner specializing in traditional knowledge systems, particularly food culture, craft practices, and community-based design interventions.  As co-founder of Loksutr, her work centers on enabling indigenous communities to maintain ownership and agency over their cultural narratives while accessing contemporary markets and opportunities. Her expertise encompasses research methodologies, participatory design processes, and the intricate relationships between cultural practices and material expressions. Her deep knowledge of local food systems, seasonal craft practices, and community ritual life provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how cultural knowledge manifests across multiple domains of traditional life.