India

India’s new city developments are driven by rapid urbanization, economic expansion, and the need for modern infrastructure. With its urban population expected to reach 600 million by 2030, the country is investing in planned cities, smart urbanism, and industrial hubs. Projects like GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City) aim to create world-class business districts, while Amaravati was envisioned as a futuristic capital before facing setbacks. The Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) is another major initiative, developing smart cities along key freight routes to boost manufacturing and logistics. Despite ambitious plans, challenges such as land acquisition, governance, and infrastructure bottlenecks persist. India’s urban trajectory is a mix of high-tech smart cities, retrofitted urban cores, and evolving economic zones, shaping its 21st-century growth.