Urban Planning

Why it matters

• Facilitates sustainable economic growth by optimizing land use and reducing infrastructure costs.
• Enhances public health and safety through organized sanitation, housing, and disaster mitigation strategies.
• Promotes social equity by ensuring equitable access to public services and green spaces across diverse demographic zones.
• Addresses climate change resilience through integrated environmental management and efficient transit systems.

How it is asked

Focus on the shift from ad-hoc expansion to planned urban development, the role of local urban bodies in implementing master plans, and the integration of smart city technologies with traditional town planning principles.