River Cities Alliance 3
Why in News?
- The River Cities Alliance (RCA) has expanded its network, now encompassing 110 river cities across India and including one international member city from Denmark. This growth signifies a strengthened commitment to sustainable urban river management and international collaboration.
Important Key Points:
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Overview of the River Cities Alliance (RCA):
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Launched jointly by the Ministry of Jal Shakti and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the RCA serves as a dedicated platform for river cities in India to collaborate on sustainable urban river management.
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The alliance focuses on three broad themes: Networking, Capacity Building, and Technical Support.
. Objectives:
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Facilitate knowledge exchange among member cities to adopt best practices in urban river management.
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Encourage the development of city-specific river management plans and strategies.
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Promote the integration of river-sensitive approaches into urban planning and governance.
. Significance:
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The RCA enables cities to learn from each other’s successes and challenges, fostering a community of practice.
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By connecting cities to their rivers, the alliance aims to enhance ecological health, improve water quality, and ensure sustainable urban development.
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The inclusion of an international member city introduces global perspectives and practices into the alliance.
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