Potholes aren’t just a nuisance; they’re turning Indian roads into death traps. From Madhubani’s pond-sized craters to Bengaluru’s “historical landmark” pothole, the issue seems far from resolved despite hefty maintenance budgets. While rain often takes the blame, poor road construction adds another layer to the story. Can innovative solutions proposed by the authorities finally pave the way to safer roads?

With India’s small cities now making the list of most polluted places, solutions can’t just focus on the usual suspects. Indore’s plan to power city buses with Bio-CNG from organic waste could set a new standard—if waste segregation doesn’t derail it. As more cities consider similar approaches, can clean fuel truly become the future of urban transport, or will practical hurdles keep it from taking off?

Taxes may be the most straightforward way to fund development, but local governments often struggle with limited financial resources. While municipal bonds offer a lifeline, the path hasn’t always been smooth; some bonds have fallen short of expectations. However, with greener alternatives on the rise, local governments are exploring innovative ways to finance development. As cities rethink their financial strategies, could strengthening bond collection become the game-change

Noida’s twin towers came crashing down after years of persistent legal battles: a testament to how collective citizen efforts can challenge unlawful construction. While cities like Coimbatore proactively form ward committees and area sabhas, others like Mangalore still need a push from residents. As urban local bodies navigate public participation, can these invited spaces truly bridge the gap between local governance and community voices?

Despite being the backbone of daily commutes, buses in Indian cities often run half-empty. Yet, Bhubaneswar’s Mo Bus service is defying the trend by seamlessly bringing together tech and accessibility to attract riders. As cities like Delhi and Surat look for ways to boost ridership, could Mo Bus hold the secret to getting more people on board? Or is the key to better urban mobility something more?

With cities increasingly drowning in their own runoff, urban flooding has become a common sight from Chennai to Belagavi. As traditional drainage systems fall short, the innovative concept of "Sponge City" offers a fresh perspective, making urban spaces more absorbent to manage excess water. While the vision sounds promising, can concrete-dense cities really transform into water-soaking sponges?

Can tiny urban forests really make cities greener? Miyawaki forests are popping up across India, from metros like Mumbai and Chennai to smaller cities like Tirunelveli and Rohtak. Coimbatore plans to add 100 such forests by August 15. But with questions around soil compatibility and space constraints, are these quick-growing forests truly the solution to urban greening, or just a passing trend?

Towering landfills like Ghazipur are more than just urban eyesores; they’re a looming health threat! As cities struggle with legacy waste, some are turning to bio-mining to reclaim land and reduce pollution. Chandigarh’s Dadumajra dumpsite is one such effort, aiming to transform waste into reusable resources. With SBM 2.0 pushing smaller cities to act, could bio-mining be the solution to India’s waste mountain crisis?

सुनहरे सपनों और संकल्पों के कैनवास पर उतरी सौम्या की यह कविता शहर की स्वर्ण गाथा बयां करती है। कौटिल्य की अर्थनीति से लेकर गंगा की लहरों तक ये रचना शहर के वर्तमान और भविष्य को एक धागे में पिरोती है। सौम्या की कलम अतीत की मिट्टी से भविष्य का एक ऐसा दीपक गढ़ती है, जो भावी पीढ़ी के लिए उम्मीद की लौ बनकर चमकता है। नारी सुरक्षा की गुहार और पर्यावरण संरक्षण की पुकार लिए यह कविता कितनी कारगर साबित होगी?

In the quaint Himalayan town of Agastyamuni, where mountains stand sentinel, a new generation dreams beyond what they're simply told. This essay journeys into the mind of a young visionary ready to rewrite the rules of governance to transform their fragile home. It’s a story of hope, where youthful energy rooted in the ancient soil of her hometown dares to turn challenges into change.

पटना की धूप में एक नरम उजास था, जब सुमन मैडम वर्षों बाद उस मिट्टी पर लौटीं जहाँ बचपन की हँसी गूँजती थी। कार की खिड़की से उनकी आँखें पुरानी गलियों को देख रही थी, अब वहाँ धूल-मिट्टी या भीड़-भाड़ नहीं थी, बल्कि स्वच्छ हवाओं में सिमटी उम्मीद की हल्की-सी चमक थी। कागजी योजनाओं में उलझी सुमन मैडम भी अब बदलाव का स्पंदन महसूस कर रही थीं। आइए पढ़ते हैं एक ऐसे शहर की कहानी जो संकल्प के ताने-बाने से बुना गया है।

As a war-torn nation struggles, a city entrusts its future to ambitious youth elected as administrators for six months. From ending homelessness to nuturing safety and green spaces, their idealism sparks real change. But amid progress and innovation, exhaustion and imbalance threaten their vision. Their story reveals what it truly takes to build a better city, and the cost of chasing growth without pause.

In the quiet folds of India’s heartland lies a city both simple and complex. This is a personal journey into Dewas's missed chances, hidden strengths, and the dream of transformation. In the foreground of culture, nature, and industry, one aspiring youth's love letter to his city reveals his vision of hope, governance strategy, and a deep ambition for a better tomorrow. What does it take to rewrite a city’s future from within?

Who is making it easy for us to move? Behind India’s mobility shift are unlikely partnerships. Governments, CSOs, residents, and even e-bike startups are all co-creating better transport. From Cycle Days to Handlebar Surveys, citizen engagement is no longer symbolic. It’s strategic, sustained, and reshaping the rules of how cities listen, plan, and move forward.

From ward committees to WhatsApp polls, citizen voices now shape how cities move. But what stands between symbolic seats at the table and real decision-making power? Mapping the shift from passive input to active collaboration – online, offline, and in-between – there are lessons that cities can’t afford to ignore.

What happens when residents help design their own commute? From Bengaluru’s hotly debated bazaar pedestrianisation to nationwide ‘streets for people’ pilots, citizen voices test‑drive sustainable transport plans. Which lessons from these talks, trials, and temporary takeovers could steer India’s future mobility toward smarter, fairer city travel tomorrow?

What if the way we move in cities could change everything, from pollution to safety? India's non-motorised transport is on the rise, with walking and cycling reshaping life, promising steps toward a greener, healthier future. What challenges lie ahead, and how could active mobility cut through the urban chaos?

Mumbai’s draft city plan just took a historic turn with a chapter on gender and social equity, thanks to years of advocacy. But women still face barriers in urban governance, especially in smaller cities. While Coimbatore and Tumakuru have made strides, many others lag behind. Can inclusive leadership truly transform India’s urban landscape, or is there more to the story of gender parity in city planning, especially in the smaller ones?