On 1 December 2025, the Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) organised the Nagari – Future Cities Conclave in collaboration with the National Stock Exchange (NSE), concluded after a full day of discussions on strengthening India’s urban transformation. The Conclave brought together senior policymakers, administrators, economists, and experts to reflect on how India’s cities can become more resilient, sustainable, and people-centred in the decades ahead.
The Conclave hosted four thematic discussions that explored different dimensions of India’s urban future. The panels covered “Reimagining Future Cities: Structural Aspects of Building a City and the Impact on Jobs and the Economy,” “Building Cities the Bharatiya Way: Local Challenges and Indigenous Solutions,” “Designing Sustainable Cities: Green Infrastructure, Climate Resilience and Future-Ready Growth,” and “Building Technology-Enabled Cities: Cost, Convenience and the Impact of AI and Automation.” Together, these sessions offered a grounded view of the choices and trade-offs involved in shaping India’s next generation of cities.
The event highlighted the need for sustained collaboration between government, industry, and research institutions to build cities that are adaptive, innovative, and responsive to citizens’ needs. CPRG will continue to convene such platforms to support India’s long-term urban vision and strengthen ongoing work on governance, technology adoption, and city futures.
The Center of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) is an Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) recognised think tank that aims to promote responsive, participatory policy-making. The Conclave is part of CPRG’s Future of Society initiative, which examines how governance, technology, and urban systems are evolving in rapidly changing environments. Over the past year, CPRG has hosted several high-level national and international engagements under this initiative, including official events at major global platforms. CPRG also convened the PadhAI Conclave 2025, which brought together senior ministers, policymakers, and academics to discuss the future of education and workforce development. Building on this momentum, CPRG will continue to organise platforms that bring together diverse stakeholders to shape India’s future policy agenda across technology, governance, and urban development.