Union Minister Manohar Lal Charts New Course for MoHUA, Emphasizes Two-Department Structure
New Delhi, August 1: In a significant development, Union Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs and Power, Manohar Lal, has announced a two-department structure for the Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA). The Minister made the announcement during the Parliamentary Consultative Committee Meeting of the Ministry, which was held on the theme of Urban Planning.
A New Era of Urban Development
The meeting, attended by Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs, Tokhan Sahu, Members of Parliament, and senior officials of the Ministry, marked a new beginning for the Ministry. The two-department structure, comprising the Department of Capital Development (DCD) and the Department of Urban Development (DUD), is aimed at strengthening institutional capacity, improving administrative efficiency, and enhancing urban governance.
A Holistic Approach to Urban Development
Minister Manohar Lal emphasized that the Ministry’s initiatives in urban planning are guided by the objective of creating liveable, resilient, and citizen-centric cities. He highlighted the importance of effective urban planning, robust urban governance, water security, and continuous capacity building in meeting the aspirations of India’s rapidly urbanising population.
A Vision for Sustainable Urban Growth
The Union Minister underlined that the Ministry is adopting a holistic approach towards urban development by integrating planning, infrastructure, governance, and service delivery. He noted that these efforts are aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens while building cities that are environmentally sustainable, economically vibrant, and technologically enabled.
Collaborative Policymaking
Inviting suggestions from the Members of Parliament, Manohar Lal reiterated the importance of collaborative policymaking and constructive dialogue in shaping the future of India’s cities. He assured the Members that their valuable suggestions would be duly considered in strengthening the Ministry’s policies and programmes.
A Commitment to Viksit Bharat
Reaffirming Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, Tokhan Sahu stated that the Ministry is working closely to promote planned, sustainable, and future-ready urban development across the country. Members of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee shared their views and suggestions on various aspects of urban planning and governance, which were welcomed by the Union Minister.
A New Era of Urban Governance
The two-department structure, announced by the Union Minister, is expected to bring about significant changes in the way the Ministry functions. The DCD and DUD will work together to strengthen institutional capacity, improve administrative efficiency, and enhance urban governance. The Ministry’s initiatives in urban planning will be guided by the objective of creating liveable, resilient, and citizen-centric cities.
A Commitment to Sustainable Urban Growth
The Ministry’s efforts are aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens while building cities that are environmentally sustainable, economically vibrant, and technologically enabled. The Union Minister’s announcement has marked a new beginning for the Ministry, and it is expected to bring about significant changes in the way urban development is approached in the country.
A Vision for India’s Future Cities
The Ministry’s initiatives in urban planning are guided by the objective of creating cities that are liveable, resilient, and citizen-centric. The Union Minister’s announcement has marked a new beginning for the Ministry, and it is expected to bring about significant changes in the way urban development is approached in the country. The Ministry’s efforts are aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens while building cities that are environmentally sustainable, economically vibrant, and technologically enabled.