This comprehensive introduction to 20th century issues and experience of urban planning in India is written for lay people and concerned citizens. Overviews of the history of city development and urban planning discuss global issues and separate chapters discuss India's recent planning policies and practices including: planning agencies, legislation, budgeting and finance, the urban housing crisis, future trends, infrastructures, and the management of drainage and wetlands. Particular reference is made to case experiences in Assam. With appended official documents, sketch maps, bibliography and index.