Odisha Launches ANKUR Initiative for Urban Transformation
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | ANKUR - Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanisation and Reforms |
| Launched by | Government of Odisha |
| Department | Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department |
| Objective | Drive urban innovation, foster collaborative partnerships, build smart, sustainable, and citizen-centric cities |
| Launch Date | Wednesday (specific date not mentioned) |
| MoUs Signed | Six leading organisations in the urban development ecosystem |
| Key Figure | Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra |
| Principal Secretary | Usha Padhee (H&UD Department) |
| Urban Population Projection | Triple by 2036 in Odisha |
| Alignment | Viksit Bharat @2047 national development goals |
| Strategic Pillars | 1. Capacity Building<br>2. Knowledge and Research<br>3. Implementation Support<br>4. Innovation |
| Duration | Decade-long institutional commitment |
| Focus Areas | Resilience, Livable cities, Future-ready urban spaces |