Gautam Kirtane is an Indian urban planner and environmentalist based in Mumbai. He serves as a Research Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in Mumbai, where he focuses on sustainable urban design, water systems, and green infrastructure.
Notably, he has contributed research and analysis advocating for riverfront rejuvenation projects- including the Mithi River restoration- and has praised initiatives like the Sabarmati and Kankaria waterfront developments for their blend of environmental and urban planning goals. In June 2018, Kirtane moderated a high-profile panel organized by ORF in collaboration with the Canadian Consulate and Free Press Journal, which addressed climate change solutions for Mumbai- highlighting his role as both a public speaker and moderator on environmental issues. More recently, in October 2024, he was part of a delegation from the Yashwantrao Chavan Centre representing India at the UN‑Habitat World Cities Day conference in Shanghai, underscoring his ongoing engagement in international dialogues on sustainable urbanization .