Bibek Debroy

Restoring river ecosystems vital to ensuring economic stability in India

River basin conservation also strongly influences the attainment of broader goals related to environmental conservation, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development

Budget's inclusive urban development plan could not have been more timely

The economic growth that we envisage for becoming a high-income country cannot be achieved if our cities are not planned in a way to reach their maximum potential

Cities need a defence against disasters

There is an urgent need to strengthen the climate and disaster resilience of our cities-not just to prevent the damage to life and property, but also to keep the city functioning

Tackling rising heatwaves in cities

As Singapore, New York and Melbourne have shown, cities can mitigate the impact of heatwaves if they have the will to create green infrastructure

Tackling congestion for growing population

The stress and fatigue of navigating congested streets exact a toll on individuals and communities alike. It is time we reimagined the way we move within cities

India's urban imperatives

With his wealth of experience, Om Prakash Mathur distils insights and wisdom on urbanisation in one comprehensive compilation, making it a must-read along with his earlier book

Concrete jungles and Silicon Valleys

By leveraging technology and data-driven approaches, startups can help cities optimise resource allocation, improve service delivery, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents

Cities don't have to sink in waste

The once prevalent notion that economic growth must come at the expense of environmental integrity is a false and outdated premise

Jamshedpur model of urbanisation

Urban utility management in the city highlights the potential for high-quality services through the private sector, but the challenge lies in ensuring accountability to the public

Freeing urban commercial spaces

Leasehold property deeds are hindering the commercial development and growth of urban areas

New cities from old cities

In the current wave of building smart cities, we must focus on creating equal cities that bridges the development divide between the core and the outskirts

Our cities are choking

Revitalising urban air is crucial to ensure a healthier future for city dwellers

Tackling urban poverty

India's informal sector is a potent force for change and policymakers need to unlock its potential

Slums in the urban ecosystem

While posing a complex challenge, slums also offer a unique opportunity for morally and economically imperative urban development

India's cities: A tale of timeless continuity

Cities are viewed primarily through the lens of economic progress, but they are the living embodiment of our cultural heritage

Cities, climate change and urban flooding

Addressing the mounting dangers that cities face today also requires citizen-led action plans to assist the mitigation efforts at the municipal and govt level

Tackling the waste problem

Municipal garbage is rising at an alarming rate in Indian cities, raising concerns about public health and the economy

The cultural markers of urbanisation

One can also identify small but significant cultural changes in how markets in towns have transitioned

Statistically insignificant

Election as member or chairman is a function of voting and lobbying. Did we contest and lose, or did we simply lose interest? The answer is unclear

Looking into urban resilience

As cities face increasing vulnerabilities due to natural disasters, the need for enhancing urban resilience through adaptive models of governance and comprehensive planning has never been greater