Baku, May 19: The 13th World Urban Forum (WUF 13) has officially opened the India Pavilion in Baku, Azerbaijan, presenting a vibrant picture of India’s evolving urban landscape. The pavilion was inaugurated by Stephen Priestner, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in India, alongside Indian Ambassador Abhay Kumar.
The India Pavilion, themed “Urban Transformation in India: A Home for a Billion Dreams,” showcases the country’s journey in urban development and transformation. It aims to highlight the initiatives being undertaken for sustainable and inclusive cities.
Ambassador Abhay Kumar emphasized the pavilion’s goal of illustrating “India’s journey of urban transformation and its efforts towards inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development.” He noted how national and city-level initiatives are turning the aspirations of the common people into reality through innovative policies, public participation, and partnerships. Kumar encouraged attendees to spend time at the pavilion to understand its significance.
Organizers believe the India Pavilion will serve as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas among global partners and various stakeholders.
The World Urban Forum is a major global conference established by the United Nations to discuss sustainable urbanization and the challenges associated with cities. Launched in 2001, the forum is held every two years. The 13th World Urban Forum is taking place in Baku from May 17 to 22, 2026, with the theme “Housing the World: Safe and Resilient Cities and Communities,” focusing on creating cities with robust security and essential amenities for all communities.
According to the official site of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), the primary goal of urban transformation in India is to realize a billion dreams by providing affordable, inclusive, and sustainable housing. Through major initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY-Urban) and PMAY-U 2.0, the government is offering central assistance for the construction, purchase, and rental of homes to millions of urban poor and middle-class families.
By 2036, it is projected that around 600 million people will reside in Indian cities. Under government guidelines, financial assistance and subsidies are being provided to over 10 million urban poor and middle-class individuals to build or purchase homes at affordable rates.
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