The idea of the non-architectural questions was a spontaneous one but eventually became a definite way to bring people closer to understanding the other side of their favourites’ ideas and thoughts. They say handwriting is connected to the movement of the heart. Read forth to see Sandeep Khosla’s heart talk about his favourites in everything from food to music, to design, to literature, in his own handwriting.
“Professor Shireesh Deshpande chose the far more difficult task: to mould young minds into thoughtful, responsible, and rooted architects.”—A Tribute by Sarbjit Singh Bagha
April 21, 2026
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Sarbjit Singh Bagha shares his tribute to Prof. Shireesh Atmaram Deshpande (1934–2026), a pioneering figure in Indian architectural education who passed away on 10 April 2026 at 91. Known affectionately as “Dada,” he spent nearly four decades at VNIT Nagpur, founding India’s first M.Arch. programme and introducing innovative pedagogy. He served as President of the Indian Institute of Architects (1992–1994). Choosing teaching over professional practice, he shaped generations of architects.
