Ritesh has been associated with CWAS since 2026. At CWAS, his work focuses on supporting Urban Local Bodies through field assessments, stakeholder engagement, policy analysis, and the preparation of implementation strategies for solid and liquid waste management, circular economy, and urban governance. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) from SVIT, Vasad, affiliated with Gujarat University, and a Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning (M.Plan.) from Parul University, Vadodara. He is passionate about translating research into actionable policies and scalable solutions that enhance the quality of urban services and contribute to the sustainable development of Indian cities.