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As the Business Line Head \u2013 Design at SYSTRA India<\/strong>, Raghunandan Chappalli commands over 24 years of global expertise in transport infrastructure. Internationally credentialed as a Chartered Professional Engineer (MIEAust)<\/strong> and a Project Management Professional (PMP)<\/strong>, Raghu is a transformative leader. He infuses technical excellence with a culture of collaborative growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In his current role, Raghu sets the strategic direction for SYSTRA\u2019s design function. He leads multidisciplinary teams on nation-building projects including the Mumbai, Chennai, Dhaka, and Bengaluru Metros<\/strong>. He also leads international collaborations like HS2 in the UK<\/strong>. His career is defined by high-impact leadership in Australia, where he directed complex brownfield and greenfield integrations for RailCorp and Sydney Trains<\/strong>. In addition, he specializes in systems assurance and Automatic Train Protection (ATP) programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A champion of digital transformation, Raghu has pioneered the adoption of BIM workflows and advanced digital engineering<\/strong> to enhance project traceability and cost-efficiency. His people-centric approach fosters an environment where innovation thrives. He mentors the next generation of engineers to deliver sustainable, future-ready urban mobility solutions. Through his commitment to safety and ethical business conduct, Raghu continues to position SYSTRA as a trusted partner for next-generation infrastructure across India and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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