Shah technical consultants (p) ltd. (stc) was established in the year 1976 by mr. Mahavir shivlal shah (1933 – 1988) with the objective of providing professional services in the field of urban infrastructure. Mr. Shah had previous experience of working with major american consulting firms in the usa before returning to india to set up stc. Mr. Shah was also one of the founder members of the indian water works association.