The 15th Finance Commission has recommended a road map for devolution of funds to states and ULBs. But it completely ignores their real aspirations and needs, feels the author.
Urban Local Bodies across the country consider Indore’s bioremediation experiment as one worth emulating to clear out waste dumps at landfills. But is it really the best solution?
Bad design, faulty footpaths and a general disregard for pedestrian needs — a Hyderabad citizen calls out all that needs to change to make roads safer.
As India prepares to vaccinate its mammoth population, we asked four eminent experts to share their views on the vaccine and the challenges of a mass vaccination drive.
The issue around firecrackers is not a religious, cultural or legal one. It is one that concerns every one of us individually, our health and that of our children.
COVID-19 has left both states and municipalities cash-strapped. Revamping property tax collection is one way to enable local bodies to rely less on state and central funding sources.
PMAY and Clean India Mission have built strong foundations for sustainable, inclusive housing but community engagement is crucial, say experts from UN-Habitat on the occasion of World Cities Day.
Urban flood disasters are clearly on the rise. The problem is known, the reasons evident, and the prescription is also more or less clear. But who will implement it?
After a Citizen Matters article highlighted the plight of women in sex work during the pandemic, the National Network of Sex Workers pursued the matter more rigorously.
Decentralized waste management systems could be an effective solution to the complex waste management challenge in our cities. An expert from Gurugram explains why and how.
Urban public spaces are generally not recognised for much beyond their real estate or recreational value. Yet globally, their potential in crisis or emergency situations is increasingly evident.
COVID-19 has spawned a growing mental health crisis that can only be addressed by stepping up the availability and access to quality mental health services.
How can cities manage density? How can planning make cities more dynamic and capable of responding to emergencies? What changes can citizens look forward to in a post-COVID urban settlement?