Gender and disability inclusion in urban development
This policy brief, produced by the Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, explores how India’s urban planning and policy frameworks can better integrate gender and disability perspectives. It identifies current gaps and proposes interventions to promote equitable access, participation and dignity.
What you will find in this brief
- An overview of gaps in urban development where gender and disability perspectives are often missing
- Analysis of existing legal and policy frameworks and their limitations
- Recommendations for reforms in policy, design, governance and implementation
- Illustrative examples showing how gender- and disability-responsive planning can work in practice
