PIONEER EDGE NEWS SERVICE/Dehradun

Experts and policymakers at the 24th Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Social Science Institutions (IASSI) stressed the urgent need for a forward-looking, climate-resilient urban policy for Uttarakhand’s mountain towns—one rooted in citizen participation and inclusive planning.

Speaking at the conference in Doon University, Higher Education secretary Ranjit Sinha emphasised that with growing environmental pressures and urban expansion, sustainable development in the Himalayan region must be built on a foundation of local engagement, community-led solutions and strong, climate-informed governance.

Chairing the session on “Green Pathways for Hill Towns”, Sinha said that Uttarakhand’s rapid urban transformation demands policies that balance d

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