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States are encouraged to develop their own robust urban policies, including plans for implementation, based on a national framework. Collaboration between State Governments and the Centre is essential for sustainable urban development
Venkaiah Naidu Vice President, India
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Government proposes to encourage states that are formulating and implementing plans for ensuring cleaner air in cities with over 1 mn people. Parameters for the incentives would be notified by the MoEFCC. `4,400 cr are alloted for the purpose
Nirmala Sitharaman Finance Minister, Government of India
We have learnt so much in the last two years about how you might align climate risk analysis with financial support and that is the missing link. We all know it should be cheaper to finance sustainable infrastructure but we haven’t got the financial tools to express that
Claire Perry O’Neill President, UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)
UNESCO is very proud to have since last summer the walled city of Jaipur inscribed on our world heritage list. Of course, Jaipur is an iconic city because of its architecture, forts and palaces. It is in everybody’s imagination
Audrey Azoulay Director-General, UNESCO
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Nitin Gadkari Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India @nitin_gadkari
Alternative fuel is the future and we must encourage the initiatives to explore the new dimensions of alternative fuels. Our industry shall contribute to promote electricity, ethanol and other biofuels to strengthen our economy UN-Water @UN_Water
The science around #ClimateChange may seem complicated but the solutions can be simple. Water can help fight climate change. There are sustainable, affordable and scalable water and sanitation solutions
6 February 2020 | www.urbanupdate.in Asian Development Bank @ADB_HQ
David Malpass President, World Bank Group @DavidMalpassWBG
Delivery of services – such as reliable public transport, schools and hospitals – through economic and social infrastructure is among the most important functions of government. Good governance is as important as financing to deliver quality services Our 2020 @WorldBank Group #WomenBizLaw Report shows progress toward legal equality for girls & women, with many more steps needed soon. Empowering women is both the right thing to do & necessary for faster growth
Inside Volume 5, Issue 10 February 2020
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Newscan Urban Agenda
Arti e 34 A Vote for Nature!
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India’s first e-Waste Clinic to come up in Bhopal Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) has launched multiple initiatives in their campaign for a better position in Swachh Survekshan. The Corporation has recently launched an E-waste collection model that is helping clean out the city more effeciently
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Regularising Delhi’s unauthorised settlements: A big task at hand Delhi’s unauthorised colonies is often seen as a hurdle to the implementation of an inclusive development plan in the city. However, with the Central Government’s decision to legalize Delhi’s unauthorised colonies, the long-time residents of these colonies can now own their property legally and avail benefits of government schemes and civic services. Will this move be successful in improving the overall condition of these unauthorised colonies?
40 Manual Scavenging: A Blot on Modern Civilisation Manual scavenging refers to the practice of manually cleaning, carrying, disposing human excreta from dry latrines, septic tanks and sewers. It often involves using the most basic tools such as buckets, brooms and baskets. Although underreported, this is one of the biggest issues that points to the existence of discrimination in Indian society
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Enhancing Non-Motorized Transport System of Indian Cities Indian cities have witnessed an increasing shift to motorised modes of transportation systems while the traditional NonMotorized Transport takes a back seat in city transportation plans. This article discusses the current status and challenges Non-Motorized Transport (NMT) systems in India face and their role in ensuring first and last mile connectivity and puts forth recommendations for enhancing it
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Cover Story 26 The Burning Tale of Two ‘A’s Amazon to Australia
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Forests essential to maintain balance between ecology & economy in cities
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The state of Delhi’s Urban Forest Jahapanah City Forest
Leader peak 32 Green City Concept is Smart Urbanisation is providing opportunities for development in various aspects and economic prosperity to citizens on one hand but on the other such development in many cities are happening at the cost of environment. The wellbeing of communities is increasingly at risk to escalating pollution, environmental degradation, mounting demand for water, food and energy. Cities need to take care of their ‘green’ and ‘blue’ ecosystem to remain sustainable and continue their journey of prosperity