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On, OoruLabs, India's premier urban issues podcast, Sathya Sankaran, host of the podcast talk to Jagan Shah Urban Expert and ex director of NIUA about the National Commission on Urbanisation setup almost 4 decades ago whose report was never made public. The report is quite revolutionary when it comes to its observations. We look back at some highlights from this commission.

This conversation delves into the historical context and ongoing challenges of urbanization in India, focusing on the National Commission on Urbanization's report from 1988. It highlights the importance of social justice, the role of the state, and the need for innovative housing solutions to address urban poverty and inequality. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of revisiting foundational ideas about urban planning and development to create inclusive cities that accommodate all citizens, particularly the marginalized and poor. This conversation delves into the complexities of urbanization in India, focusing on housing, rental markets, and the need for effective urban planning. The speaker emphasizes the importance of community involvement in housing development, the challenges posed by current rental laws, and the necessity of institutional reforms to address urban issues. The discussion also highlights the significance of public interest and the need for a planning mindset to tackle the urbanization challenge effectively.

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Keywords

urbanization, India, National Commission on Urbanization, housing, social justice, urban poverty, city planning, migration, state responsibility, market economy, urbanization, housing, rental housing, public interest, urban planning, institutional challenges, community development, affordable housing, urban governance, public good

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Sound Bites

"A city be for everybody?"

"The importance of urbanization to India."

"The problem of housing sits at the heart of urbanization."

"The poor will build appropriately, more frugally."

"Affordable housing blocks don't get occupied."

"The need for rental housing is extremely important."

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Chapters

00:00 The Genesis of Urbanization in India

02:55 The Legacy of the National Commission on Urbanization

05:50 Understanding Urban Poverty and Housing Challenges

09:09 Social Justice and Urban Development

11:57 The Role of the State in Urbanization

14:52 Revisiting Housing Models and Market Dynamics

32:09 Building Homes: A Community Approach

34:34 The Importance of Rental Housing

37:21 Institutional Challenges in Urban Planning

40:42 The Role of Public Interest in Urban Development

44:58 Revisiting the Concept of Public Good

49:42 The Need for Effective Urban Planning

55:34 Reimagining Urban Governance and Planning

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