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Strengthening the City’s Blue-Green Connection: a Case of Edulabad Precinct
No full textCities worldwide are experiencing a massive growth in terms of population and
built mass. The ever-growing population and the consequent development
aspirations are putting the ecologically rich areas at the forefront of destruction.
By 2050, around 60% of the world population is estimated to live in cities. This
further puts the ‘blue’ - water bodies and the ‘green’ - flora and fauna - at the risk
of depletion, which are crucial for maintaining livability within cities as well as
impeding climate crisis. Indian cities, like Hyderabad, Chennai and Bangalore,
which have various natural and manmade systems in place, are facing extreme
climate events, due to urban development being insensitive towards the Blue-
Green infrastructure. The current study looks at Hyderabad, as a mosaic of Blue-
Green system with a focus on the developmental trends within the metropolitan
area.
The Blue- Green system of Hyderabad consists of a chain of interconnected
lakes, surrounded by a variety of flora and fauna, in a dendritic drainage network.
These lakes were constructed as an alternate flood – drought regulatory
mechanism. The water flows from one lake to another, through chain like
channels ultimately draining into the river Musi. In the last few decades, these
lake systems are increasingly disappearing due to an increase in urbanisation. As
the frequency of climate related disasters are increasing in the recent times, the
loss of system in place is only magnifying the consequences.
The context of Edulabad, in the Ghatkesar locality of east Hyderabad, is chosen
for the purpose of study. This area is crucial to Hyderabad’s Blue-Green network
and has experienced increase in real estate pressure in the last two decades,
due to the Warangal highway and the Outer Ring Road. If the current trends of
development continue, the Edulabad lake system and the remaining water
channels, crucial to this watershed, would be lost. The study aims at designing a
context level blue-green plan, suggesting a responsive built form, which
safeguards blue-green network without compromising on the development front
Rethinking Development Approach towards Local Cultural Clusters: a case of Bandra
No full textCities have several identities that incorporate different characteristics such as its culture, leisure behaviours, cuisines, aesthetic, products, art, and so on. The technological advancement after industrial revolution led to the Suburbanization, the American Dream, where the cities experienced the relationship between urban development and its impact on transforming culture leading to globalization, where cities started marketing an ‘Image of the city’ to attract people and increase social and economic vitality for competition on global platform. (Portella, 2014)
The American New Urbanism movement developed a thematic fragment approach in large suburban subdivision (Shane, 2011), where migration fuelled creative capital of the cities (Krätke, 2011), creating a concept of Fragmented Metropolis, or as Jonathan Barnett called it ‘fractured Metropolis’.
The clusters, with their traditions, symbols and role of social cohesion, invoke a sense of place in the complex global world, are a physical manifestation of localization which concerns the identity of people and the city. (Urban Identity, 2011) Socio-cultural diversity fuels the creative and innovative capacity of the city along with cultural vibrancy and diversity enhance the economic prosperity of the entire city. (Krätke, 2011) But in fragmented megapolitan city of Mumbai, where the local culture & economy of clusters, British rule, suburban development after neoliberalism and the Bollywood culture has created a global identity for the city, creation or strengthening of the local identity and preserving socio-cultural diversity for economic materialization, raises questions around politics of ‘right to branding’ and it further evolves into ‘right to the city’. (Coletti Raffaella, 2020)
This thesis tries to shed light on the importance of these clusters into building identity within the city with the case of Ranwar village in Bandra west of Mumbai city. The aim of thesis is to rethink the existing developmental approach into more inclusive and sensitive way towards community’s social, economic and political standing. This study overall discusses how development of localized identity of these culturally clusters scattered throughout the fragmented city could potentially improve the identity of the overall city while battling the urban political question by developing a sensitive approach towards integrating such clusters in the overall urban development of the city
Enhancing Visual Cohesion and Networking of Public Spaces in Katra City
No full textKatra, a rapidly growing city, faces a multitude of urban design challenges that hinder its
visual coherence and effective utilization of public spaces. Issues such as haphazard
development, inadequate pedestrian infrastructure, limited green spaces, and fragmented
urban patterns compromise both the city's visual aesthetics and the overall quality of life
for its residents. The lack of visual continuity and connectivity between public spaces
further restricts Katra's potential to provide an enjoyable and walkable environment for its
inhabitants and visitors.
In addition to these challenges, Katra holds significance as a destination for pilgrimage
tourism, which adds another layer of complexity to its urban design considerations. The
city's role as an arrival point for pilgrims necessitates a thoughtful approach to its urban
fabric, ensuring that it not only accommodates the needs of the growing population but
also provides a sense of place and identity for both residents and pilgrims.
Inspired by Kevin Lynch's concept of legibility in the "Image of the City" and Gordon
Cullen's emphasis on townscape composition in the "Concise Townscape," this thesis
proposes a comprehensive framework for enhancing visual cohesion and networking of
public spaces in Katra. The research methodology involves an extensive analysis of the
city's existing urban fabric, employing mapping techniques, visual documentation, and a
study of the spatial relationships between different public spaces. By incorporating design
interventions and policy recommendations, the objective is to create a more visually
coherent and accessible cityscape that embraces the unique requirements of pilgrimage
tourism and establishes Katra as an arrival city.
The primary question driving this urban design thesis is: How can the visual coherence
and networking of public spaces be improved in Katra to enhance the city's identity as
both a growing urban center and a significant pilgrimage destination
a Case of Patna City
No full textA space where urban area meets rural area of its periphery face urbanization pressure and administer spatial, social and economic transformation is termed as rural-urban fringe area. This area might be messy because of increasing urban population and demand of land resources but fill with opportunities if used systematically. This thesis tried to assess the urban sprawl and its spatiotemporal growth pattern in Patna urban fringe area for two decades. Maximum-likelihood supervised classification technique is used to map the land use land cover of Patna by using Landsat database. Shannon’s Entropy Index, Landscape matrix and Gradient Direction & Distances analysis are used to detect changes in land use land cover and direction and extent of urban sprawl. Land use of two years 2013 and current is compared and analyzed to detect transformation at micro level in study area. Socio-economic impact of spatial transformation is analyzed through primary survey of study area. The findings of this study indicates that the built-up area is increasing with growth rate of 18 percent per year and agricultural land is decreasing at the rate of 60 percent. Maximum growth has been seen along river Ganga, major highways and south-east side of Patna city, but due to lack of regulation and spatial plans for around 35 years this area has transformed into a low density, un-serviced and messy area. the findings from socio-economic survey indicates that there is negative impact of urbanization on living standards. Access to infrastructure facility, amenities, hospitals, etc. shows negatively serviced in this area. It has seen that there is a lack of strict planning regulation, coordination between authorities and knowledge of planning process among local peoples. This research study will assist in the regulation of fringe area and provide a reference for the new urban–rural planning system which not only cater the physical development but also cater the social and economic benefits for local residents
Climate Change Adaptation for at Risk Dryland Rural Landscapes through Landscape Management Strategies: a case of Nagavalli Village Environs, Chamarajanagar
No full textChamarajanagar, one of the under-developed districts of Karnataka, lies in the rainshadow
region of the western ghats and this region with a predominant dryland
(Ahmad, et al., 2017) rural landscape– characterized by low rainfall and low waterholding
capacity of soils, had supported livelihoods traditionally through rainfed
agriculture and associated rural trades. With the advent of the green revolution in
post-independent India, the agrarian transition from dry grain complex to high-input
commercial farming (Kumar, et al., 2020) has been increasing the vulnerability of this
drought-susceptible region through privatized and extractive practices of land and
water such as deep aquifer drilling, monocropping, chemical fertilizers and
pesticides, water-intensive crops, and quarrying. These practices have been
degrading the landscape by way of depleting water-table, poor waste management,
and pollution of surface water and soil. In the climate-change context, marginal
communities that make up a sizeable portion of the demography are increasingly
vulnerable to drought and flood risks threatening livelihoods and food security. The
increasing landcover area of long-term water-intensive commercial crops and the
resultant habitat degradation also put the ecosystem stability at risk, meaning the
biota, which would have further implications on the above-mentioned human
communities and their livelihoods.
A micro-watershed of the Suvarnavathi river basin as a typical example of the
dryland region is examined. This thesis attempts at understanding the study region
within the framework of landscape ecology through precedent works in the areas of
spatial planning at the landscape scale (Selman, 2012), patch-corridor-matrix model
studies (Forman, 1995; Dramstad, et al., 1996) to document the changes, issues,
gaps, and through a landscape approach (Sayer, et al., 2013) to identify the
dynamics- multiple scales, functionalities, and stakeholders. The data collection
methods used were traverse survey, stakeholder interviews, focus group
discussions, GIS mapping, and soil and water quality tests of samples from the study
area. This vision is to work towards developing landscape management strategies at
the farm level and guidelines for community-managed resources to revive landscape
health and socio-ecological resilience
एसपीए का दीक्षांत समारोह 25 को ( The convocation ceremony of SPA will be held on the 25th )
No full textThe convocation ceremony of SPA will be held on the 25th during which 263 degrees will be conferred
Assessing the benefits of Blue-Green Infrastructure for Pune
No full textAs cities sprawl and populations surge, urban environments face a double threat.
Rapid development strains resources like water and sewage systems, while the
loss of green spaces due to construction exacerbates flooding. Impervious
surfaces like roads and buildings prevent natural water absorption, overloading
storm water drainage.
Blue-Green infrastructure (BGI), encompassing elements like parks, rain
gardens, and street trees, emerges as a promising solution. These features not
only mitigate flooding but also enhance urban living. However, a significant gap
exists between developed nations with extensive green spaces and many Indian
cities. While urban planning in India designates open spaces, the actual
implementation often lags, leaving cities vulnerable and lacking the benefits of a
robust green infrastructure. This thesis explores the challenges and opportunities
associated with green infrastructure development in Indian cities, aiming to bridge
this gap and create more sustainable and resilient urban environments.
Despite the important role of BGIs, a comprehensive synthesis of the
quantification of their full range of benefits and challenges is lacking in the current
literature. To address this gap, a systematic literature review and analysis needs
to be conducted on the quantifiable environmental, economic, and social benefits
of BGIs.
While several cities have begun to explore BGI within their own municipal
infrastructure programs, but there is no general method for evaluating the
benefits present.
The aim of this thesis is ‘To achieve widespread adoption of blue-green
infrastructure by making community participation central to its implementation in
the urban landscape of Pune.’ The objectives are as follows:
Literature review of various toolkits available for valuation of Blue-green
Infrastructure. Valuation of existing blue-green infrastructure within the selected study
watersheds of Pune.
Assessing the benefits of Blue-Green Infrastructure for Pune
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Provide solutions as to how to implement blue-green infrastructure in a city
like Pune for the purpose of mitigation of climate change impacts through
community participation.
Limitations include the following:
Multiple benefits: BGIs provide a wide range of benefits, making it difficult
to quantify their total value.
Intangible benefits: Many BGI benefits, such as improved quality of life,
are intangible and difficult to measure in monetary terms.
Data scarcity: Reliable data on the costs and benefits of BGI projects is
often limited.
This thesis investigates the effectiveness of blue-green infrastructure (BGI) in
Pune. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the research combines
quantitative data analysis of existing flood records, groundwater levels, green
space, and impervious surface ratio, etc along with qualitative interviews with
urban planning officials and residents. Analysis to quantify the benefits include
selecting suitable watersheds within Pune municipal boundary and comparing
and analysing them based on change in land use and land cover, ecosystem
service valuation analysis, SCS-CN, performance of levels in groundwater
monitoring wells over last 20 years, existing interventions of BGI and using the
‘InVEST’ toolkit.
This will thus result in developing a spatial analysis to identify areas in Pune that
would benefit most from BGI implementation, considering factors like flood risk,
existing green spaces, and population density and recommend specific types and
configurations of BGI for different urban settings within Pune.TH00210
National conference on Sustainable Living inaugurated.
No full textThe two-day National Conference on "Environment-Conducive Design and Planning for Sustainable Living" organized by three SPAs in collaboration with Paryavaran Sanrakshan Gatividhi focused on sustainable living practices. Keynote speakers including Manmohan Vaidya and Gopal Arya highlighted the role of spirituality and the AEL (Attitude, Empathy, Lifestyle) approach. Discussions covered climate-responsive design, traditional wisdom, environmental psychology, and topics like water sustainability, waste management, and regenerative design. The event aimed to foster collaborative solutions for a sustainable future
Urban Landscape Infrastructure: a case of Karal Phata Cloverleaf Interchange at JNPT, Mumbai
No full textHighways are critical infrastructure arteries, and their extensive networks
frequently necessitate interchanges at road intersections. These grade
separated interchanges allow for uninterrupted traffic movement by
eliminating the need for stop signs or traffic signals, thus increasing road
capacity. There is a wide variety of interchange designs, with the most
common including cloverleaf interchanges.
However, cloverleaf interchanges are frequently criticized for their inefficient
spatial utilization, which results in underutilized spaces within their loops.
These spaces offer a chance for urban improvement, as proposed by the
JNPA, which envisions developing them into recreational areas for the benefit
of neighboring communities. The analysis of these areas is critical for
landscape studies because they have a considerable impact on urban fabric,
environmental integrity, and community health.
The project intends to address multiple challenges related to extinct open
spaces, including those found in cloverleaf interchanges. The project aims to
create and manage resilient recreational landscapes to address the scarcity of
open spaces along the Uran- Panvel road in JNPA. The proposal for
landscape development of the Cloverleaf interchange shall serve as a
landmark recreational space for the existing gaothans near the site
Eco cultural Restoration of Vaigai River, Madurai
No full textVaigai River is a heritage river that flows through Madurai which is existing for about two millinea. Vaigai river is a significant water resource in Madurai and has immense ecological, Cultural and historical importance. Unfortunately over the years, the river has suffered from various forms of pollution and neglect. The river provides essential eco system services including water for agriculture, industry and domestic use it also supports diverse range of flora and fauna including endangered species.
The vision is to restore the Vaigai river and to bring back the city's relationship with the river. The plan provides the comprehensive landscape approach which helps in improving the water quality, restore habitats and develop recreational spaces. By doing so, we can enhance the rivers ecological value, promote biodiversity and provide a better quality of life for the people of Madurai
Overall, the restoration of the Vaigai River in Madurai should be a collaborative effort that involves the participation of various stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, NGOs, and private organizations. By implementing a comprehensive approach that considers all of these elements, the restored river landscape can provide numerous benefits to the region, including improved water quality, increased biodiversity, enhanced cultural heritage preservation, and expanded public access and recreation opportunities