The Role of Urban Beautification in Urban Landscape Transformation: A Study of Patna Municipal Corporation Area

Abstract

Urban beautification has emerged as an important strategy for reshaping urban landscapes, enhancing aesthetic appeal, and improving the quality of life of the citizens. Urban Beautification refers to improving the visual appearance and attractiveness of the urban centres. This in general includes expanding the green cover, public art installations and infrastructural upgradations. The need for urban beautification has gained ample importance globally, particularly as cities grow and face issues like pollution, traffic jams, and socio-economic disparity. Amid the existing scenario, the current study explores the role of urban beautification initiatives undertaken by the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) in transforming the urban landscape of Patna, a rapidly growing city in eastern India.

The research examines key beautification projects focusing on their impact on urban ecology, social dynamics, and economic growth of the city. The study bases itself on concept building, study materials procured by the PMC Office and feedback analysis of PMC officials and local citizens. The suggestions include participatory planning, adaptive reuse of derelict spaces, and the integration of local heritage and biodiversity into beautification efforts to ensure holistic and effective urban landscape transformation.

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