Reimagining Urban India : The Road from Slums to Smart Cities

Reimagining Urban India is a practical and insightful exploration of India’s rapidly changing cities and the journey from slums to smart cities. Through 20 chapters and 80 real-world case studies, the book examines urban development, planning, infrastructure, governance, sustainability, and the challenges faced by modern Indian cities. It connects policy with ground realities and offers valuable perspectives for understanding how cities can become more inclusive, efficient, resilient, and future-ready. Written for policy makers, planners, civil servants, aspirants, students, researchers, and anyone interested in India’s urban transformation, this book provides a comprehensive framework for rethinking and reshaping the future of Indian cities.