India is urbanizing fast. By 2036, nearly 600 million people are expected to live in cities. That’s almost 40% of our population. It means our cities will face immense pressure, the existing infrastructures will not be enough: more people will need more coverage of water supply, sewerage and transportation networks, more housing and cleaner air to breathe.
And how much is that going to cost us? According to a World Bank report, around $840 billion by 2036. That’s a staggering amount. But here’s the real question: are our cities rich enough to afford it?