Dr. Sugandha Maheshwari is an Assistant Professor in Fashion Interiors at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Varanasi. She specializes in Applied Art, Visualization, Commercial Art, Design and Graphics, with expertise in design principles, creative problem-solving, visual communication, and digital design and innovation. She is committed to experiential, interdisciplinary, and industry-oriented learning and mentors students in creative development, visual communication, portfolio building, and digital skills.

Her research interests include visual communication, typography, design, artificial intelligence and human creativity, cultural studies, craft, and sustainable design. She holds a Ph.D. in Applied Arts on “Consumer Perception and Acceptance of Eco-Friendly Packaging Solutions Derived from Natural Resources.” She has presented research papers at national and international academic forums and served as Session Co-Chair at the 50th All India Sociological Conference in 2025. She has also conducted workshops and delivered lectures at NIFT and BBD University.

Dr. Maheshwari actively contributes to academic and creative communities through workshops, exhibitions, jury responsibilities, and cultural activities. She has served as a jury member for several art and design competitions and organized creative workshops at Raj Bhavan, Lucknow. Her achievements include the Abanindranath Tagore National Art Teacher Award and winning an All India Logo Design Contest.