Telangana gets ₹4,000-crore boost for urban jobs and climate resilience from World Bank
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Why in news
The Union Finance Ministry approved a ₹4,000-crore World Bank-assisted programme for Telangana to enhance urban infrastructure and climate resilience.
Background
The Telangana Urban Transformation and Jobs Programme focuses on Tier-II and Tier-III cities. It aims to improve municipal services, promote digital governance, and attract private investment for job creation.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe project budget is ₹4,000 crore.
- BodyThe World Bank is the primary assisting international body for this initiative.
- PlaceThe project targets Tier-II and Tier-III cities in Telangana.
- FactThe project was approved by the 166th Screening Committee of the Union Finance Ministry.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of urban transformation programmes in fostering climate resilience and economic growth in Tier-II and Tier-III cities in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- climate-resilient infrastructure
- job creation and private investment
- digital governance and financial sustainability
Keywords: climate resilience · urban transformation · financial sustainability · digital governance · private investment
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