Affordable Housing in India: Building A New Paradigm

This session deliberates on the importance of implementing viable models for affordable housing in Indian cities. The Planning Commission estimates an urban housing shortage of 26.5 million by 2012. Ninety-nine per cent of this shortfall affects economically weaker sections and low-income groups, which contributes to squatting and slum formation. There is an urgent need to provide for adequate, suitable and affordable housing for these groups, especially near employment centres. The session will see practitioners draw from their experiences to highlight real and workable solutions towards providing affordable housing in Indian cities. Speakers will also discuss the role of affordable housing in the larger context of social inclusion, city revitalisation, and economic development.

Confirmed Speakers

• Rahul Todi, Managing Director, Bengal Shrachi Housing Development
• Peter Drummond, CEO, BDP
• Ashish Karamchandani, Partner, Monitor Group