Join active citizens, civic leaders, changemakers and urban experts at the India Civic Summit 2025, as we focus on “Citizen Action for Climate-Resilient Cities”. Saturday, 8th February 2025, Bengaluru. REGISTER NOW

Jan 19, 2025 · Find in-depth articles on common issues affecting daily life in our cities, and related to community responses and action around these issues. The articles provide insights into the complexities of managing and improving urban livability and citizen engagement.

1 day ago · The need to support walking and cycling. The Delhi that was once a city of beautiful tree-lined streets and landscaped roundabouts is now shrouded in a mist of smoke. 37% of Delhi’s commuters walk or cycle, yet safe, accessible, and efficient infrastructure to support these modes remains a distant goal.

Jan 27, 2025 · Join active citizens, civic leaders, changemakers and urban experts at the India Civic Summit 2025, as we focus on “Citizen Action for Climate-Resilient Cities”. Saturday, 8th February 2025, Bengaluru. REGISTER NOW

Nov 25, 2024 · The people of Delhi and surrounding regions face severe health issues due to pollution, and yet the Economic Survey of 2023-24 reveals that a large population in Delhi still does not use public transportation due to a lack of last-mile connectivity, proper integration, and socio-economic diversity.. As a result, Delhi roads are filled with private vehicles, and as of March 2023, data shows ...

Dec 23, 2024 · A crisis of data and attention. The neglect of these cities is compounded by a lack of reliable data. The Center for Science and Environment’s (CSE) estimate is that the current monitoring grid covers only about 12% of India’s close to 4100 cities.

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Dec 23, 2024 · Activists slam big-ticket projects in Bengaluru . Activists, citizens, and civil society groups in Bengaluru are planning protests, seminars, and discussions to oppose what they call an “ill-planned, ad-hoc” project initiated by Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister, DK Shivakumar.They argue that these projects could reduce ridership on existing lines like the Metro Rail.

Apr 17, 2024 · BJP has claimed that 34+ crore citizens are receiving free health insurance of Rs 5 lakh under Ayushman Bharat, but data proves otherwise.. According to a paper published by Ashoka University, however, Indian households spent an estimated Rs.120 billion on health and healthcare-related services in November 2022.

Dec 28, 2024 · Gain in-depth understanding of civic administration, policy implementation and public policy. Find articles on the intricacies of urban governance, learn more about challenges and successes in local government operations, effectiveness of municipal bodies, and how it all affects the lives of citizens. Understand election processes and get critical information on choices and options. Be ...