India’s next big reform is where we live

India's economic future depends on vibrant cities, as services, IT, and global capability centres (GCCs) drive exports and high-value jobs.

Three reforms are proposed: smart planning of regional hubs, improved infrastructure, and revised housing regulations to attract private investment.

Cities like Bengaluru and Gurgaon face challenges in liveability, which directly affects India's ability to retain skilled talent against global competitors.

India has made progress in metro rail (now ~1000 km in 20 cities), airports, highways, and universal urban tap water and sanitation.

Current city planning relies on static master plans without economic visioning; need for economic blueprints like Singapore or Dubai.