This chapter discusses the challenges faced by Indian cities in terms of healthcare, greenery, and infrastructure, and highlights the importance of improving urban centers for India's economic growth. It also explores the historical lack of focus on cities in India's constitution and the need for cities to have more autonomy. The speaker mentions the success of Bhubaneswar city and discusses the importance of empowering local governments to address the unique needs of each city. The chapter also touches upon the transformation of polluted cities into clean and attractive destinations. Additionally, it briefly talks about a video game called Denver, which focuses on non-violence and features stories about immigration and identity.
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