Resources

For those interested in understanding and replicating our model 23 resources found

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A collage of 8 pictures showing the street vendors.

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Street Vending Plan for the Vendors at Bhanushali Nagar, Bhuj

This study by Hunnarshala envisions a mechanism to ensure social and economic security for Bhuj’s vendors by linking them to essential infrastructure and services.

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Trees Of Bhuj

Amidst Bhuj’s semi-arid landscape thrives a rich diversity of trees. 'Trees of Bhuj' capture their ecological value, cultural meaning, and the vital role they play in sustaining life.

In this cover page shows, two women, face covered with cloth, are having conversation outside a group of tarpaulin huts.

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Understanding Issues of Migrant Women Labours in Bhuj, Kachchh, Gujarat

After the 2001 Kutch earthquake, Bhuj saw rapid redevelopment that drew people from afar in search of a new life. This report highlights the struggles and resilience of migrant women in Bhuj city.

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PMAY AND HOUSING FOR ALL IN SMALL AND MEDIUM SIZE TOWNS OF GUJARAT

Lower-income settlements in small and medium cities are often overlooked in development. This report highlights their importance and examines the PMAY framework in this context.

Four men stand and talk in a large landfill filled with piles of garbage and plastic waste.

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Solutions to solid waste management

Bhuj is facing some difficulties with the management of its solid waste. We took this as an opportunity to develop innovative and creative solutions!

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Documentation and Protection of Environmentally Sensitive Areas of Bhuj City

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Trees of Bhuj

Trees of Bhuj was an initiative to map & document the diversity of trees in Bhuj with the help of students and citizens of Bhuj. This resulted in a book and this interactive website to learn, share and interpret. Click to explore!

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City for All 2024 | Event Report

City For All, a 2-day event organised by Homes In The City in September, 2024, brought together Bhuj citizens, officials & experts to share work, gather feedback, and open dialogue for a more liveable city. This is a documentation of the takeaways.

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An Analysis Of Climate Justice For The Urban Poor In Bhuj City

From Sept 2022 to Mar 2024, HIC conducted a study on Bhuj’s urban poor population, exploring how climate risks affect vulnerable communities and what policies and practices can make the city more just and resilient.

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Workshop on 74th CAA

This workshop reviewed the 74th Amendment of 1992, which empowered municipalities and citizens, assessing its implementation and impact on people’s role in decision-making.

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Democracy to the People – An Unfulfilled Quest

This publication highlights the implementation of the 74th Constitutional Amendment, state-level adaptations, and the role of NGOs and citizen groups in strengthening public participation while exploring the way forward.

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NATIONAL CONVENTION OF STREET VENDORS IN INDIA, 2022

This report documents the proceedings of the National Convention of Street Vendors of India, held in March 2022 in Kutch, Gujarat.

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HEAT STRESS RISK ASSESSMENT AND ACTION PLAN FOR THE URBAN POOR IN BHUJ, GUJARAT

Climate change is the biggest threat humanity is facing today, with the urban poor being the most vulnerable. This report by HIC outlines their climate risks and presents an action plan for climate justice.

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Urban Sustainability Mela, 2021

THE TIME TO ACT IS NOW! With climate change posing a grave challenge, HIC organised Urban Sustainability Mela, a solution-focused event addressing pressing environmental concerns.

On a white background the logos of HIC, Samuchit Enviro Tech and MISEREOR and a map of Bhuj are given.

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Carbon Footprint Analysis of Two Wards of Bhuj City

This report, prepared by HIC and Samuchit Enviro Tech, Pune, presents findings and recommendations from a study analysing the carbon footprint across two wards of Bhuj city.

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Workshop on Land & Housing Tenure Security Rights for Cities in Gujarat.

HIC and the Habitat School of TISS Mumbai organised a workshop to explore ways of securing land tenure for slum dwellers and to discuss possibilities for inclusive urban development in Gujarat’s cities.

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Bhid - Seen and Unseen

Blending history with everyday life, this study of a Bhuj street highlights the struggles and livelihoods of vendors, shopkeepers, and residents, offering insights for more inclusive urban planning and governance.

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Climate Adaptive Practices of Kutch

This is a documentation of climate-appropriate food, clothing and building technologies of various parts of Kutch to understand traditional practices and how they can be revived in present times to adapt to the climate.

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Vulnerability Assessment of Informal Sectors and Way Forward in the time of COVID-19 Pandemic in Bhuj, Kutch

This HIC study highlights the challenges faced by six groups of informal workers, examining sector-specific issues brought by the pandemic and its expected impacts in the days ahead.

A woman in traditional colorful clothing and jewelry holds up a document written in Gujarati.

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Changing the lives of women through self help groups

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The City Calls: Bhuj Vison 2022 Towards Decentralisation

The City Calls event showcased decentralised urban governance, highlighting community-led efforts in housing, water, waste, biodiversity, and city planning.

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Moving Bhuj towards Water Security

Prepared by CEPT University with Arid Communities and Technologies (ACT), this report captures Bhuj’s unique water story, its history, and ACT’s initiatives, offering key lessons in groundwater management.

Cover of Slum Free City Report with a map of Bhuj in the background and author details

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Slum Free City: Plan of Action for Bhuj

A study of all informal settlements of Bhuj conducted in collaboration with Hunnarshala Foundation & Integrated Design, Bangalore. Presented to the Bhuj Municipality along with a plan to develop all the settlements with secure tenure for residents.