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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\nNew Delhi: <\/span>Lieutenant governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu Friday called for a major shift in the capital\u2019s development strategy, saying Delhi must move beyond \u201cconcrete expansion\u201d and emerge as a model of sustainable and inclusive urban growth in alignment with Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.Speaking at an industry forum attended by corporate leaders from northern India, Sandhu said Delhi\u2019s future success would not be judged only by its infrastructure but by its liveability, environmental sustainability and quality of life.\u201cThe future identity of global cities will be shaped by how effectively they balance development with environmental responsibility,\u201d Sandhu stated, identifying Delhi\u2019s green belt, biodiversity zones, and the Yamuna floodplains as the city\u2019s vital \u201clegacy narratives.\u201dHe highlighted that current efforts, including mass plantation drives, ecological restoration and the rejuvenation of public parks, signify a transition toward urban planning that prioritises public health, heat mitigation, and climate resilience over unchecked growth.\u201cProtecting and expanding green spaces is essential for tackling rising temperatures, improving public health and strengthening the city\u2019s resilience against climate change,\u201d the LG said while referring to the Jal Sanchay Abhiyan under which 101 water bodies are being rejuvenated in the first phase by the govt.He also outlined a roadmap for addressing challenges arising from rapid urbanisation, increasing housing demand and pressure on infrastructure. The proposed strategy is focused on expanding renewable energy, promoting rooftop solar projects, developing electric vehicle infrastructure and climate-resilient planning practices.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n