There’s a lot from urban India that can be shared with the world: UN-Habitat head

Anacláudia Rossbach, the executive director of UN-Habitat, emphasized the importance of sharing India's urban development experiences globally, particularly in addressing slum conditions. During her recent visit, she highlighted successful initiatives such as the transformation of informal settlements in Odisha and innovative public-private partnerships (PPPs) in Mumbai aimed at redevelopment. Rossbach noted that these efforts not only improve living conditions for millions but also provide valuable lessons for other nations grappling with similar urban challenges. She urged the global community to learn from India’s strategies in urban planning and slum rehabilitation, which could serve as effective models for sustainable development worldwide. The UN-Habitat leader's remarks come as cities around the world face increasing pressures from rapid urbanization, making the sharing of successful practices more critical than ever.