india’s climate strategy: why marginalized communities must be at the centre of urban resilience
India’s cities are expanding at breakneck speed, evolving into sprawling urban hubs that drive the nation’s economic engine. Yet, this rapid urbanization is unfolding alongside a looming climate crisis. Extreme weather events like urban floods, heatwaves, and rising pollution levels are becoming the new normal in cities such as Mumbai, Chennai, and Delhi. While urban resilience has become a buzzword in climate policy discussions, the current approach often overlooks one critical factor—social inclusion & future of marginalized communities. Whose Resilience Are We Building? Urban resilience is often measured in terms of infrastructure—flood barriers, drainage systems,...
Why Indian Cities Are Dismantling BRT Corridors Despite Public Transport Being Essential for Growth
A recent judgment by the Jabalpur High Court has ordered the removal of the BRT corridor in Indore, marking yet...
“India’s Care Economy Runs on Women’s Unpaid Labour” – Dr. Shamika Ravi, EAC-PM at Uddeshya in Delhi
Despite India’s rapid strides in education and economic reforms, its cities are failing half their population. As more women pursue...
The Mirage of “Vikas”: Why Urban Planning in Indian Cities Struggles to Deliver the Basics?
India's cities force millions to navigate potholes, broken footpaths, and endless traffic every day—almost as if dysfunction is built into...
Indian Cities: A Paradox of Plenty – Why Urban Life in India Remains Broken Despite Progress
Indian cities stand at the crossroads of unprecedented economic growth and deep-rooted urban dysfunction. As the world's fifth-largest economy, the...
Gujarat’s Maiden Industry-Led Platform for Sustainability Dialogue Set to Kick Off on March 1st in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad: Gujarat is set to witness a landmark initiative with the inaugural GCCI Gujarat Sustainability Summit 2025, the state’s first...
Gandhinagar Sewer Covers with Sectoral Maps, Echoing Chandigarh’s Iconic Design
Gandhinagar in Gujarat is installing sewer covers featuring a sectoral map of the city- a thoughtful touch reminiscent of Chandigarh’s...