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India Infrastructure Report 2023

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

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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.

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