What has the World missed About Modern Indian Architecture?

What has the World missed About Modern Indian Architecture?   When we think of Indian architecture our mind gravitates to temples, palaces, and timeless symbols of a rich, ancient past. While these are iconic, the narrative is rapidly evolving, a story the world must not miss. By 2023, nearly a third of India’s population had already moved to cities. According to the World Bank, by 2036, 600 million people—40% of the population—will live in urban areas, contributing nearly 70% to GDP. Managing this urban shift will be critical for India to achieve its goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, its 100th year of independence. India has done it before. Over 4,000 years ago, the Indus Valley Civilisation set the standard for urban planning with thriving cities, advanced drainage systems, and grid layouts. The question now is: Can India do it again? The Defining Moment With urbanisation comes opportunity—and challenge. India faces critical decisions about sustainability, overpopulation, and balancing the preservation of heritage with the need for progress. The Big Questions In this episode of India: A Story in the Making, we dive into pressing questions about India’s architectural journey: What challenges does New India face as it urbanises? What is modern urban planning getting right—and wrong? What has the world missed about India’s evolving architecture? How is AI shaping the future of design? The Experts To unpack these topics, I speak with two fascinating voices: Dikshu C. Kukreja, Director of the CP Kukreja Foundation for Design Excellence: A prominent figure in modern Indian architecture, Dikshu is actively shaping the urban transformation story of India. Sumita Singha OBE, RIBA Trustee, Architect, Author, and Educator: Having left India decades ago, Sumita offers a reflective perspective from abroad—on how New India has written its architectural story so far, what it has missed, and what the world needs to understand.   Why This Story Matters India’s urban journey is the world’s business. The choices made today in its cities will shape global trends in sustainability, design, and climate action. This isn’t just India’s story—it’s a global one. Tune in to explore the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons of modern Indian architecture. Whether you’re curious about urbanisation or love stories of transformation, this episode is for you.   FULL VIDEO You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@loveenatandonofficial   PODCAST SMART LINK https://bingepods.com/podcast/podcast-rn7moe   Loveena Tandon: HOST: SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES   LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/loveenatandon/   Twitter/X https://twitter.com/loveenatandon   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/loveenatandonofficial/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D   https://www.instagram.com/tandonloveena/?igsh=MW5tOHdlc3cyMGJrOA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices