Primus Report Urges Structured, Inclusive Urban Redevelopment
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Primus Report Urges Structured, Inclusive Urban Redevelopment

As Indian cities buckle under the pressure of rising population, informal settlements, and ageing infrastructure, Primus Partners, in collaboration with the Griharmony Redevelopment Stakeholders Federation (GRSF), has launched a report titled “Rethinking City Redevelopment: Bold Strategies to Propel India’s Urban Future.”

The report offers a powerful case for reimagining how Indian cities grow, not by expanding endlessly outward, but by unlocking the transformative potential of structured, area-based redevelopment. It proposes clear, scalable solutions grounded in global best practices, policy reform, and community voice.

“This is not just about rebuilding spaces, it’s about rebuilding purpose. Redevelopment is the only sustainable path forward,” said Gautam Chatterjee, Former Chairman, MahaRERA & Chairman, GRSF.

India’s urban population is expected to touch 52 per cent by 2050. Yet, with 65 million people still living in slums and urban land expanding at 2.5x the population growth rate, the need for a new redevelopment model is urgent and undeniable.

“We must shift from fragmented, plot-level interventions to a people-centric, integrated model of redevelopment. This report brings together global learning and actionable ideas tailored for India’s unique urban challenges,” added Aarti Harbhajanka, Co-Founder & MD, Primus Partners.

Why this matters:
1.5 million hectares of farmland lost annually to urban sprawl (ISRO, 2022)
47% of India’s urban population are migrants—yet rental housing remains just 11% of the stock
Urban inefficiencies cost India an estimated 5–8% of GDP each year (World Bank, 2022)
7 of the world’s 10 most polluted cities are in India (IQAir, 2023)
What the report proposes:
Integrated Area-Based Redevelopment: Replace piecemeal efforts with large-scale, zonal transformation using local area plans and DCRs
Inclusive Rental Housing Schemes: Unlock rental stock in redeveloped plots to meet migrant housing needs
Urban Redevelopment Funds: Mobilise capital via PPPs, land value capture, and fiscal incentives
Community Engagement as Policy: Institutionalise consultations under the 74th Amendment with Ward Committees and digital platforms
Building Cities for the Future: Embed green infrastructure, walkability, TOD, and ECBC-compliant design into redevelopment
Drawing on successful examples from Singapore, São Paulo, and London, the report outlines a 2047 roadmap for making Indian cities economically vibrant, environmentally sustainable, and socially inclusive.

This initiative is supported by sector veterans, urban planners, real estate experts, and former senior bureaucrats, and aims to catalyse a fresh policy conversation at the state and national levels.

As Indian cities buckle under the pressure of rising population, informal settlements, and ageing infrastructure, Primus Partners, in collaboration with the Griharmony Redevelopment Stakeholders Federation (GRSF), has launched a report titled “Rethinking City Redevelopment: Bold Strategies to Propel India’s Urban Future.”The report offers a powerful case for reimagining how Indian cities grow, not by expanding endlessly outward, but by unlocking the transformative potential of structured, area-based redevelopment. It proposes clear, scalable solutions grounded in global best practices, policy reform, and community voice.“This is not just about rebuilding spaces, it’s about rebuilding purpose. Redevelopment is the only sustainable path forward,” said Gautam Chatterjee, Former Chairman, MahaRERA & Chairman, GRSF.India’s urban population is expected to touch 52 per cent by 2050. Yet, with 65 million people still living in slums and urban land expanding at 2.5x the population growth rate, the need for a new redevelopment model is urgent and undeniable.“We must shift from fragmented, plot-level interventions to a people-centric, integrated model of redevelopment. This report brings together global learning and actionable ideas tailored for India’s unique urban challenges,” added Aarti Harbhajanka, Co-Founder & MD, Primus Partners.Why this matters:• 1.5 million hectares of farmland lost annually to urban sprawl (ISRO, 2022)• 47% of India’s urban population are migrants—yet rental housing remains just 11% of the stock• Urban inefficiencies cost India an estimated 5–8% of GDP each year (World Bank, 2022)• 7 of the world’s 10 most polluted cities are in India (IQAir, 2023)What the report proposes:• Integrated Area-Based Redevelopment: Replace piecemeal efforts with large-scale, zonal transformation using local area plans and DCRs• Inclusive Rental Housing Schemes: Unlock rental stock in redeveloped plots to meet migrant housing needs• Urban Redevelopment Funds: Mobilise capital via PPPs, land value capture, and fiscal incentives• Community Engagement as Policy: Institutionalise consultations under the 74th Amendment with Ward Committees and digital platforms• Building Cities for the Future: Embed green infrastructure, walkability, TOD, and ECBC-compliant design into redevelopmentDrawing on successful examples from Singapore, São Paulo, and London, the report outlines a 2047 roadmap for making Indian cities economically vibrant, environmentally sustainable, and socially inclusive.This initiative is supported by sector veterans, urban planners, real estate experts, and former senior bureaucrats, and aims to catalyse a fresh policy conversation at the state and national levels.

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