About us
Welcome to Urban Nerves, a dynamic research platform dedicated to advocating for civic rights and responsibilities and educating the public on Pakistan’s urban and rural development issues. Our mission is to provide factual information and engage the public in meaningful discussions and debates about urban planning and development.
While much high-quality research on urban issues in Pakistan exists, it often remains confined to academic circles. Urban Nerves bridges this gap by making such research accessible to everyone, including high school and university students, public and private sector professionals, and all those passionate about improving their built environment.
Our Vision
Our vision is to empower the general public with accurate information on urban planning and development issues. We aim to inspire and equip individuals to actively participate in the dialogue surrounding their built environment, fostering a more informed and engaged society.
Our Mission
Urban Nerves is committed to making quality research accessible and understandable for all. We utilize engaging formats such as animations, motion graphics, and short documentaries to present complex information. By leveraging social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, we ensure that our content reaches a broad audience, encouraging widespread participation in shaping the future of our cities and communities.
The Team
Muhammad Bilal Khalid
CEO & Founder
Bilal is an urban/spatial planner with an MSc in Spatial Planning and an MBA in Marketing. He has significant experience in development and planning in Pakistan’s public and private sectors, notably contributing to the Karachi Bus Rapid Transit Service (BRTS). He also teaches at leading universities in Karachi.
M. Mashood Tariq
Research Lead
Mashood is a Development Practitioner with expertise in Research, Project Development, GIS Analysis, Data Analysis, and international certifications like ISO-9001, ISO-14001, and ISO-45001. He also manages Codes of Conduct for denim brands and enjoys blog writing, political discussions, videography, and animation in his free time.