Author: ed. Rastogi Anupam

Place: New Delhi

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Year: 2006

Pages: 257

ISBN: 0-19-567874-5

Subject: Urbanisation

Sub-Subject: Urban Governance

Keyword: Urban Infrastructure, Decentralization, Urban Local Bodies, Municipal Governance, Rural-Urban Relationship Committee

Classification: 338.9

Shelf: C2R1

Accession No: B735

Contents: Preface Acknowledgements List of Tables List of Boxes and Figures List of Abbreviations and Acronyms 1- LisThe Infrastructure Sector in India, 2005 2- Trends and Patterns of Urbanization and Their Economic Implications 3- Governance Framework for Delivery of Urban Services 4- Planning for Urban Infrastructure 5- Urban Finance 6- Urban Transport 7- Urban Water and Waste Water 8- Solid Waste Management 9- Urban Energy Management 10- Urban Environment 11- Social Infrastructure: Urban Health and Education

Abstract: The India Infrastructure Report 2006: Urban Infrastructure examines the state of urban infrastructure in India, highlighting challenges and opportunities in service delivery. It begins with an overview of the infrastructure sector in 2005 and analyzes urbanization trends and their economic implications. The report reviews governance frameworks, planning processes, and financial mechanisms that support urban growth. Key sectors—urban transport, water supply and wastewater, solid waste management, energy, and environmental sustainability—are assessed to identify gaps and improvement strategies. Social infrastructure, including health and education, is also addressed, emphasizing inclusive development. The report offers insights for policymakers and planners to enhance urban infrastructure quality and accessibility.