The Union Cabinet has approved the ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund to support market-driven and reform-based urban infrastructure development. The scheme aims to mobilise about ₹4 lakh crore over five years by focusing on cities as growth hubs, urban redevelopment, and improved water and sanitation, with special emphasis on sustainable, resilient, and inclusive development in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
Click to View MoreRapid urbanisation requires a shift towards climate resilient cities. This includes improving governance, investing in climate-proof infrastructure, implementing nature-based solutions, mobilising private capital, updating planning laws, and integrating climate data for sustainable future urban spaces.
Click to View More
© 2026 iasgyan. All right reserved