India’s urban growth is outpacing government planning. Why Census 2027 matters
- Census 2027 will retain urban classification rules that have remained unchanged for decades.
- • The 2011 Census counted 31.2% of Indians as urban, while satellite estimates suggest a much higher share.
- Outdated classifications could affect funding, public services and infrastructure planning.
- The authors call for better coordination between central agencies and states to manage rural-to-urban transitions.
Source: theprint.in
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