Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, today inaugurated the National Urban Conclave 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. The two-day event brings together policymakers, urban planners, and experts to discuss the theme “Sustainable Urban Development and Governance” through focused sessions on key urban issues.
The Union Minister launched several major initiatives during the event, including the Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme (DRAP), the Urban Invest Window (UiWIN), and the Swachh Bharat Mission – Knowledge Management Unit (KMU). He also unveiled the AMRUT anthem ‘Jal Hi Janani’, highlighting the importance of water conservation.
The Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme (DRAP) is a year-long, mission-mode initiative aimed at accelerating the remediation of

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