ASCI director Srinivasa Chary opined that destabilization of the towns will have adverse impact on state economy and the rulers should focus on growing needs of urban population.
Delivering a speech on “Urban Development” at the TRS Training Classes at Nagarjuna Sagar on Sunday, he said that rapid urbanization will show its effect on government policies, politics and economy. He said that Telangana towns have 10 per cent more population compared to others in the nation. As the towns with 35 percent of population are creating about 65 percent income, the governments should focus on catering to their growing demands and needs. Else, the economy of the country will see a dwindling effect, he felt.
Srinivasa Chary stressed the need for providing all basic amenities in the towns which are growing at fast pace in terms of population. Keeping rapid urbanization in view, the government should focus on providing hassle free and online services to the citizens, he said. Permissions to construction of houses and buildings should be made easy for the people, he said. The rulers and the officials should focus on urban needs and take steps to provide safe drinking water, roads, infrastructure and drainage facilities. He felt that continuous supply of drinking water will avoid contamination and help prevent wastage.
Stating that better sanitation and community toilets in densely populated towns will prove handy, he said suggesting to setup taps at the schools to enable the students wash their hands. (NSS)