India’s urban planning should shift from a myopic to a surplus mindset: Chairman Emeritus of DLF
KP Singh, Chairman Emeritus, DLF, told ET. In a conversation with ET’s Faizan Haidar, Singh talks about current issues plaguing urban development, how this wasn’t his vision for Gurgaon, and planning his succession. Edited excerpts:
Q: You have been an advocate for urban planning. How satisfied are you with India’s progress on infrastructure and urban planning?
A: I am not satisfied. The test of good urban planning is its ability to accommodate everything related to urban life, enabling citizens to live comfortably and in good health.
If we consider this broad parameter, do we see citizens living in a good environment that promotes health? The answer, as you know, is no. Air quality index (AQI) levels are poor, traffic congestion is severe, roads are narrow, and people are crowded into small apartments with inadequate parking, water supply, and drainage. All of this highlights a lack of vision in the country's development.
A good planner should think nearly 100 years ahead to anticipate population growth and urban needs. India has a thriving workforce and entrepreneurs, and with pro-development government policies, growth is inevitable. As growth continues, there will be increased movement, migration, and a need for expanded infrastructure. Addressing this critical issue is, in my view, the most urgent task before the country.
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