FIRE-D: A sustainable essential infrastructure upgrading Program for the Urban Poor in India

Publication language
English
Pages
3pp.
Date published
01 Jan 2011
Type
Research, reports and studies
Keywords
Funding and donors, Urban, Shelter and housing
Countries
India
Organisations
International Housing Coalition

 

This 16-year urban infrastructure-upgrading project highlights the long-term dedication
sometimes required to create the enabling environment for sustainable major infrastructure upgrades.
Of particular importance in this project were the improvements necessary in local, state and national
regulatory institutions to encourage private participation and ensure financial sustainability.