NITI Aayog's VC Envisions Distinctive, Disruptive, and Responsible Growth for Urban Infrastructure

08 Dec 2023 CW Team

The Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog outlines a visionary approach to urban infrastructure growth, emphasising a distinctive, disruptive, and responsible trajectory. This forward-looking perspective heralds a paradigm shift in India's urban development strategy, aiming for innovation, sustainability, and responsible practices.

The distinctive vision set forth by NITI Aayog envisions urban infrastructure as a focal point for transformative change, embracing disruptive technologies and approaches to address evolving challenges. The emphasis on responsibility underscores the commitment to sustainable practices, ensuring that growth aligns with environmental and social considerations.

As India navigates urbanisation challenges, the articulated vision from NITI Aayog's Vice Chairman sets the tone for a comprehensive and forward-thinking strategy. The approach promises not just growth but a distinct and responsible evolution in urban infrastructure, reflecting a commitment to balance progress with environmental and societal well-being.

Infrastructure Urban

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Since August 2019 the Government has implemented Jal Jeevan Mission to provide assured potable water through household tap connections in rural India. At the start of the mission only 32.3 million (mn) rural households, representing 16.7 per cent, were reported to have tap water connections. States and union territories have reported that 125.8 mn additional rural households have since been provided with tap connections. As a result, of about 193.6 mn rural households roughly 158.2 mn, or 81.71 per cent, are reported to have tap water supply at home.\n\nThe State, district and village level st..

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