Dr. Kumari Nayan Tara Singh is an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bhopal, where she teaches undergraduate courses like Pattern Making, Draping, Fashion Basics, Fashion society and culture, Material Studies, Fashion and Trend forecasting and Craft Based Product Development. An academician, researcher, and design professional, she specializes in sustainable fashion, textile innovation, craft-based practices, and environmentally responsible design.