The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Prioritise people in urban planning, experts say
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The Hindu Bureau
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Urban planning experts in Chennai argue that city development should prioritize people and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure over traditional real estate models. They emphasize that local resident participation and context-specific design are essential for creating functional, integrated urban spaces.
People should be the priority in urban development planning, according to panellists at a session titled “Building Economic Cities, not Just Real Estate: The Future of Integrated Urban Development,” held in Chennai on Thursday (July 30, 2026).
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