Rethinking Urbanism : A Step Towards Golden Era

Contents: 1. Introduction. 2. The history of modern rational urban planning. 3. Urban planning in Indian perspective. 4. Major problems faced by exciting large cities. 5. The proposed model of urbanization. 6. Thinking of an ultimate city. 7. Challenges. 8. Electricity. 9. Water management. 10. Traffic segregation in proposed model. 11. Public transportation. 12. Cost analysis of proposed model. Annexures. References.

This cost effective India specific model of urbanization will provide strong urban infrastructure leading us to urbanism, economic growth and a very strong social infrastructure. It also creates opportunities for professionals from accountancy, administration, agriculture, aviation, banks, defense, economics, education, energy, environmental sciences, finance, health, industry, judiciary, journalism, law, sports, service sector, social work, solid waste management, tourism, transport, water management and other disciplines to create a national level model of their specific field, evaluate positive improvements and help the nation to enter into golden era.

Participation and contribution from architects and planners is also requested. (jacket)