Current Affairs - National - Discussion

The World Bank report "Towards Resilient and Prosperous Cities in India" projects that by 2030, Indian cities will contribute to 70% of all new job creation. This emphasises the growing economic role of urban centres in India’s development. However, this urban expansion brings increased vulnerability to climate-related risks such as flooding, extreme heat, and air pollution. With urban populations rising and infrastructure under stress, the need for climate-resilient planning, smart infrastructure investment, and local governance autonomy becomes urgent. The 2030 milestone highlights both an opportunity and a challenge—economic growth must be coupled with sustainable, inclusive, and climate-adaptive urban development.