urban update

See cities through children’s eyes

Urban environments are often designed with adults in mind, focusing on efficiency, economy, and adult-centric amenities and infrastructure. However, this…

10 months ago

The greener side of Delhi

What is the proportion of natural areas in India’s ever-burgeoning capital? It is just 13.16% of the total area of…

10 months ago

Creating playful cities, holistic cities

Planning cities for the benefit of children goes a long way towards creating inclusive cities. We thought we’d understand this…

10 months ago

Jharkhand’s Namami Gange Revolution

THE Project exemplifies a holistic approach to rejuvenating the Ganges River WHILE FocusING pollution abatement, ecological preservation, sustainable economic development,…

10 months ago

Broken System Broken Lives

Children without parental support reach shelter homes in hope to find a haven. Although the government has been uptight about…

10 months ago

A Long Walk to Kid-topia

A child-friendly city is often equated with simplifying the public transit system to the point that even a child can…

10 months ago

Nurturing Minds, Building Cities

In the intricate fabric of urban progress, the foundational role of primary education in shaping vibrant cities for our youngest…

10 months ago

Why plan cities for children?

When we hear the word ‘urban’, we think of skyscrapers, motor vehicles, broad roads, traffic jams, etc. Amidst this urban…

10 months ago

Everywhere, Any day, You Can Play!

Dublin is among the few cities in the world to have a Play Development Officer. It has launched a City…

10 months ago

Unleashing Joy of Childhood in Cities

THERE IS AN OLD SAYING: IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A CHILD. THIS STATEMENT REMAINED APT FOR OUR SOCIETIES…

10 months ago