Thailand urged to prioritise elderly in smart city plans
Smart cities in Thailand should prioritise the needs of the elderly, according to academics from Chulalongkorn University. They argue that as the country moves towards becoming a super-aged society by 2033, urban planning must adapt to ensure the safety and accessibility of facilities for older residents.
Chulalongkorn University’s faculty of architecture, in collaboration with the Digital Economy Promotion Agency (DEPA), hosted a signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on ‘Lifelong Learning Ecosystem for Smart City Development’ yesterday, August 29.
PK: Islamabad to Transform into a Model Digital City with Cutting-Edge Tech Services
Islamabad is prepping for a major technological overhaul as it sets out to become a ‘Model Digital City.’ The basic purpose of this initiative is to integrate advanced technology into daily life, promising a more convenient and efficient urban experience for residents.
As per the latest reports, the upcoming transformation will introduce 150 app-based services designed to facilitate different aspects of daily living. These services will offer improved accessibility and ease, catering to different needs from transportation to administrative tasks.
IN: Khurpia in Uttarakhand's Udham Singh Nagar to be set up as smart industrial city
Khurpia farm in Uttarakhand's Kichha will be turned into a smart industrial city under the Amritsar-Kolkata industrial corridor, with a Rs 6,180 crore investment. Covering 1,002 acres, it is expected to create 75,000 jobs. The industrial hub will focus on automobile, engineering, and fabrication sectors.
In a major boost to the industrial development of Uttarakhand, the Khurpia farm in Kichha of Udham Singh Nagar district is set to be developed as a smart industrial city under the Amritsar-Kolkata industrial corridor. The project, which involves an investment of Rs 6,180 crore, will span 1,002 acres and is expected to provide direct employment to 75,000 people.
Prioritising accessibility in smart city tech and services
Monica Duhem, Director of the Global Advisory Center at the Global Initiative for Inclusive ICTs (G3ict), explains how she has been working to make accessibility by design a priority for cities, and how model policies have helped make an impact.
Q: Can you provide some background information on how you came to be involved in the accessible technology space?
My journey into the accessible technology space began during my time working with the Mexican government, specifically within the Ministry of Telecommunication. I was responsible for handling international relations and issues, and it was in this capacity that I became the first rapporteur at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) under a question dedicated to the development of inclusive technology for persons with disabilities. This was around 2010 when the ITU, a UN organisation, first began examining how ICT could become more inclusive of and benefit persons with disabilities.
Government of India's smart city initiative: Paving the way for a manufacturing revolution and millions of jobs
Synopsis:
The Government of India's plan to establish smart cities along industrial corridors aims to boost manufacturing exports and reduce logistics costs. By upgrading connectivity and offering technology-driven solutions, these industrial hubs are expected to attract significant investment, potentially creating 4 million jobs. The initiative builds on India's history of industrialization through dedicated urban pockets and aligns with Production-Linked Incentives. However, the success of these cities will depend on state cooperation and addressing regional disparities in industrial development.