iv. Urban Development
There are a number of major government policies in India related to urban development, including:
Important Policies |
Details |
The Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) |
This policy was launched in 2005 to provide funding for infrastructure development and urban renewal projects in cities and towns across India. The goal of the policy was to improve the quality of life in urban areas and to make them more livable. |
The Smart Cities Mission |
This policy was launched in 2015 to develop 100 smart cities in India, which are defined as cities that use technology to improve the quality of life for their citizens. The policy aims to improve infrastructure, including transportation and communication, and to make cities more livable and sustainable. |
The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) |
This policy was launched in 2015 to provide funding for infrastructure development and urban renewal projects in smaller cities and towns. The goal of the policy is to improve the quality of life in these areas and to make them more livable. |
The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) |
This policy was launched in 2015 to provide housing for all by 2022. The policy aims to provide affordable housing to low-income households, particularly in urban areas, and to address the shortage of housing in the country. |