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Vibrant public spaces enhance urban safety
A city with isolated, dark public spaces raises concerns of safety. Urban public spaces become…
Dangers of Disasters
Natural disasters have not been just causing loss to human lives but also inflicting huge…
Cities need sustainable business model
There is no such thing as a free lunch. The saying fits in the case…
Cities, villages can’t grow in silos
The promise of inclusive nation building aspires to transform rural and urban areas alike. The reality today presents the stark contrast in terms of efficient services and high-end infrastructure deficit in almost every Indian village. Is sprawl of cities an urban blight on villages?
Green infrastructure must to sustain urban livability
Focus on bridges, roads, buildings and other urban infrastructure to improve public amenities and municipal…
NO PARKING!
Numbers of private vehicles in Indian cities are on the continuous rise. It is not just causing air pollution and congestion on city roads but also throws up a problem of parking of these vehicles when not in use.
It’s not all doom and gloom
Leaders and activists worldwide are concerned about saving environment from the hazards of industrial and…
Governance and urban regeneration
With urban settlements, metro cities and small towns, around the world becoming increasingly modern in…
Public, policing go hand in hand
Building a good rapport with the local community is a major challenge for police officials in Indian cities. This is crucial for weaving sturdy safety net of surveillance and policing to nip criminal activities in the bud