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Intelligent Cities Program: A Guiding Pathway for the Urban Planners

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By most estimates the level of urbanization will reach 50 per cent in India by 2039. To manage this rapid urbanization in a way that enhances the livability of India's urban spaces, India would have to spend upwards of $1 trillion in its urban areas over the next 20 years.

Source – ET

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The growing population and high rate of urbanization has put serious thrust on improving the city planning and urban infrastructure of India. The smart cities projects looking into innovative technology and efficient city planning process may be used as guiding path by the urban planners for city development. Apart from these, Public private financing models, execution of Special Purpose Vehicle etc. can be learnt from their experience. The implementation of these concepts in the urban planning coupled with huge investments undoubtedly will drive Indian cities towards efficient planning and development.

Source – SNP Infra Research