With rapid urbanization and cities harboring large populations, urban planning in India needs a smart, sustainable long-term vision focused on improving infrastructure as well as quality of living for residents. #UrbanPlanning

And new age leaders like IAS officer Hari Chandana and MLA Bhatti Vikramarka have been pioneering various projects aligning with this imperative across the cities and districts they have administered. #HariChandana #BhattiVikramarka

As the Zonal Commissioner of GHMC, Chandana spearheaded green initiatives aimed at sustainability and liveability by restoring polluted lakes into recreation hubs, upcycling tonnes of plastic waste into roads, furniture and art installations while also creating pet friendly public spaces like Hyderabad’s first pet park. #Sustainability #SmartCities #Environment

Her large scale infra projects easing congestion like the cable stayed bridge over Durgam Cheruvu along with technology enabled movable She Toilets and Internet of things enabled Loo Cafes displayed innovative urban solutions with a focus on ecology, women’s safety and accessibility. #IoT #SheToilets #DigitalIndia

Similarly Bhatti Vikramarka’s vision for building two integrated townships in Madhira boasts global standards of urban excellence with sustainability features like solar rooftops, sewage treatment plants, green spaces as well as high tech connectivity, digitized public services on apps and electric mobility options. #SolarEnergy #EVs #Apps #AMPhan #DigitalGovernance

By seamlessly merging urban design with technology, ecology and accessibility – Chandana and Vikramarka showcase how India can transit into metropolitan hubs characterized by cleanliness, safety, economic growth and a high quality of living for citizens from all walks of life. #LivableCities #SwachhBharat #SmartCitiesMission

And template setting initiatives helmed by leaders like them will be instrumental in guiding other cities and districts to also transition towards the smart, sustainable future India aspires for in coming decades. #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #COP27 #HabitatForHumanity