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.