Srinagar, Aug. 16 -- Urban Development amidst Challenges Urban development has been taking place at an unprecedented pace in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) predominantly in an unplanned and haphazard manner. Though it is very crucial for driving economic growth, enhancing living standards, and addressing the region's unique challenges, including remoteness and poor connectivity. Despite that, our urban areas are ailing due to exacerbated planning and fiscal deficits. It is generating a complete mess in urban J&K with vivid urban problems particularly urban mobility, housing, waste management, environment degradation, sustainability, provision of services, amenities and facilities. With an estimated economic growth of 7.5% in 2024-25 and 9.5% in ...