Experts Advocate Women-Centric Urban Planning to Enhance Safety and Access
Experts at a national consultation in New Delhi emphasized integrating women's safety into urban planning from the outset to enable their full participation in economic and social activities. The event marked 15 years of the UN Women's Safe Cities initiative, highlighting the need for cities designed with women's input, gender-sensitive public spaces, and improved last-mile connectivity. Data on women's mobility and safety concerns were discussed, underscoring that safe cities mean agency and freedom for women, not just reduced violence.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (62–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
businessstandard broke this story on 16 Sept, 04:43 pm. Other outlets followed.