Cities across India are growing at an unprecedented rate, offering immense opportunities for economic and social growth. The population size of India more than tripled since 1950 to 1.35 billion and the level of urbanization nearly doubled, reaching 34% in 2018 and expected to reach more than 40% by 2030. This rapid urbanization demands not just more space, but smarter strategies to manage the scale and complexity of growth.

The growing urgency surrounding redevelopment highlights critical issues such as enabling policy frameworks, financial innovation, climate resilience, and meaningful community engagement. This publication offers a research-driven roadmap, providing actionable insights for policymakers, planners, and developers—drawing on global best practices.