Liveability In Indian Cities: An evaluation based on UOF Data
The evaluation report on ‘Liveability in Indian Cities: An evaluation based on UOF Data’ incorporates ease of living definition as it captures both social and economic factors, measuring the quality of life holistically across the parameters of education, health, housing, water and sanitation, waste management, mobility, safety, and recreation. In addition to assessing the economic capacity of these cities to provide opportunities, the framework investigates how India’s urban areas gain access to natural spaces while strengthening their resilience. 158 cities are evaluated across various parameters that consist of four domains: quality of life, economic ability, sustainability, and the citizens perception survey.
In total, 50 indicators were examined in 14 categories. The first domain on “Quality of Life” uncovers an understanding of the different aspects contributing to a decent urban life. The second domain, “Economic Ability,” captures the economic well-being of citizens by evaluating the level of economic development and inequalities they encounter in a particular city. The third domain evaluates “sustainability” along the lines of availability of green spaces, promotion of green buildings, level of energy consumption, the quality of natural resources such as air and water, and the city’s ability to withstand natural disasters. The Citizen Perception Survey (CPS) results were used to strengthen the framework further. It provides a perception of the city’s residents and allows them to evaluate the level and quality of development in their respective cities. Along with the Citizen Perception Survey, this study provides a comprehensive view of Indian cities. On the basis of the outcomes of these factors, they evaluate the ease of life in cities, local governance, administrative efficiency, and citizen perception.
The report is a joint effort of team from Institute for Competitiveness, Quality Council of India and National Institute of Urban Affairs.
The complete report can be read here.
