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SUMMARY:Municipal Governance in Federal Systems (Theme 3): Governance in Small & Medium Cities
DESCRIPTION:Cities in federal systems operate within complex institutional arrangements, balancing authority, resources, and accountability across multiple levels of government. As urbanisation accelerates, metropolitan regions are emerging as key drivers of economic growth while simultaneously facing challenges of infrastructure stress, spatial expansion, inequality, and climate risks. Globally, debates on urban governance have increasingly focused on leadership structures, coordination mechanisms, and institutional design.\nIn India, despite the vision of decentralised governance under the 74th Constitutional Amendment, urban local bodies often face limited autonomy, weak fiscal capacity, and fragmented governance structures. Recent developments—such as reforms in metropolitan governance and evolving city-regional approaches—have renewed attention on how cities can be governed more effectively within a federal framework.\nObjectives of the Webinar SeriesThis webinar series seeks to:\n\nUnderstand how different governance structures (single-tier vs multi-tier) shape urban management\nCompare leadership models, including executive mayors and commissioner-led systems\nExamine challenges faced by cities, particularly in service delivery and coordination\nAnalyse fiscal systems, including intergovernmental transfers and urban financing mechanisms\n\nTheme III – Governance in Small & Medium Cities\nSmall and medium-sized cities are emerging as key drivers of urban growth, economic transformation, and regional development across India and the Global South. In India, Tier II and Tier III cities are expected to absorb a significant share of future urbanisation, supported by policy initiatives such as IDSMT, UIDSSMT, AMRUT, and the Urban Challenge Fund.\nDespite their growing importance, these cities often face challenges including weak institutional capacity, limited fiscal resources, staffing shortages, and fragmented governance systems. This webinar will explore how governance frameworks, intergovernmental coordination, fiscal support, and local leadership can strengthen urban management and support resilient, inclusive, and sustainable urban development beyond metropolitan regions.\n
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