One Pune Road Lasted 50 Years— So Why Do New Roads Across India Break in Months?

One Pune Road Lasted 50 Years

In a nation where potholes and crumbling roads have become all too familiar during every monsoon season, one road in Pune, Maharashtra, stands out as a remarkable exception. Pune’s iconic Jangli Maharaj Road (JM Road) has remained virtually pothole-free and damage-resistant for nearly 50 years, drawing admiration from engineers, urban planners, and everyday commuters alike. … Read more

Clean City Jodi Initiative: India’s Innovative Step Towards 100% Urban Sanitation

Clean City Jodi Initiative: The Clean City Jodi (SSJ) initiative was launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) as part of India’s urban sanitation efforts. The Ministry will support and provide technical and financial support to states through strategic guidance and capacity building initiatives. The role of citizens in the SSJ initiative … Read more

World Habitat Day 2025: A Global Call for Safe Homes and Sustainable Living

World Habitat Day 2025: World Habitat Day is observed every year on the first Monday of October, and in 2025, it will be marked on 6th October. This international day reminds the world of the collective responsibility to ensure safe, sustainable, and dignified living conditions for everyone, especially in the face of rapid urbanization and … Read more