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India Infrastructure Report 2023

Recently, the India Infrastructure Report (IIR) 2023 on Urban Planning and Development was released.

Key Points:

  • The India Infrastructure Report (IIR) 2023 focuses on urban planning and development in India.
  • It is a collaborative effort by the IDFC Foundation, Infrastructure Development Corporation (Karnataka) Ltd. (iDeCK), and the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA).
  • The report criticizes existing urban planning methods, especially building restrictions, for creating unlivable cities and slums.
  • It highlights how low floor space indices contribute to high-density development and urban sprawl.

About the Collaborating Organizations:

  • IDFC Foundation: A non-profit organization focusing on social infrastructure, research, and advocacy.
  • iDeCK: A joint venture working on sustainable infrastructure projects, supported by the Government of Karnataka, IDFC Foundation, and HDFC.
  • NIUA: A national institute dedicated to urban affairs and development.

Why in News:

  • Recently, the India Infrastructure Report (IIR) 2023 on Urban Planning and Development was released.