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chennai’s new parking policy aims to tackle congestion and promote sustainable mobility

Chennai is set to usher in a new era of urban mobility with the introduction of a comprehensive Parking Policy...
Kumar Manish March 13, 2025

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...
Kanika Bansal March 8, 2025

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...
Ruchita Bansal March 7, 2025

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...
Aadish Nargunde March 4, 2025

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...
Aadish Nargunde March 3, 2025

opinion: bhopal & indore brts is gone—a win for car owners, a loss for everyone else

The dismantling of Indore’s iBus, the BRT system,  has been celebrated by many as a win for commuters including Chief...
Kumar Manish November 22, 2024

ghost villages: haunting uttarakhand’s progress with real-life challenges

Uttarakhand, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage, is grappling with a pressing challenge the emergence of ghost villages. Despite...
Monisha Bahuguna November 22, 2024

unlocking india’s digital transformation: upyog’s promise for inclusive, sustainable, and efficient governance

India's rapid urbanization trend brings forth numerous socio-economic changes and challenges, particularly in providing essential services to this vast urban...
Maansi Sood September 12, 2023

prioritise better street design over traffic fines for road safety in india

There is this whole narrative of demand for strict traffic rules and imposing stringent fine as a magic wand to...
Kumar Manish August 16, 2023

riverfront projects are new tools for urban revitalization globally

Riverfront development projects have gained significant traction worldwide, as cities strive to revitalize their waterfront areas and leverage the potential...
Kumar Manish May 27, 2023