Prof. Rakhi Wahee Pratap brings rich, multifaceted academic and industry experience spanning approximately three decades. As the Campus Academic Coordinator at NIFT Panchkula, she plays a pivotal role in unifying key stakeholders, acting as a strategic bridge between senior management, academic teaching staff, and emerging creative talent. As a passionate research enthusiast, she channels her doctoral research to drive eco-conscious practices within fashion education and the broader industry. Her extensive engagement with local and global institutes shapes her classroom pedagogy, which brings vivid, real-world experiences to her students. Having served across multiple NIFT campuses, she brings a rich, pan-India perspective to academic governance.

This experience across diverse cultural ecosystems enables her to navigate regional dynamics effectively, tailoring academic planning and resource management to local needs. As a NIFT alumna, she strategically utilizes her deep industry roots to unlock elite placement opportunities for students. Her creative focus centers on textile art and installations, highlighting a blend of traditional craftsmanship with contemporary expression that inspires the next generation of global design talent. Through a consultation portfolio featuring a wide range of programs—from exhibition design to craft-based community engagements—she continually strengthens academic ecosystems to help students thrive.