India, Nov. 29 -- At 28, Mrinal Mittal represents a new generation of developers who want to reshape the urban story of Gurugram. Mittal moved from Delhi to Gurugram in 2021, soon after, he fell in love with the city's skyline and pace. However, Mittal believes that pollution, traffic, and planning lapses suffocate the city's potential.

Born and raised in a real-estate family, Mittal grew up amid conversations on land, structures, materials, and design. These conversations shaped his desire to work in the same field, said Mittal, adding that after studying at IIM Bangalore from 2020 to 2022, he decided to build structures that would reflect his craft and vision.

Mittal says he begins his day with long walks and ends it at the gym. Mitta...