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World Cities Day 2024 in Nepal: Building Sustainable, Resilient and Inclusive Urban Futures

World Cities Day, celebrated each October 31, highlights the need for sustainable urban development worldwide. In Nepal, this observance underscores local efforts to create cities that support environmental, social and economic growth while balancing urbanization with traditional lifestyles. This yearโ€™s theme, โ€œAct Local to Go Global,โ€ aligns well with Nepalโ€™s vision of a balanced and…

The Scope of Architecture in Nepal: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Architects
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The Scope of Architecture in Nepal: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Architects

Architecture in Nepal is a dynamic blend of tradition and modernity. It extends far beyond the art of designing buildings, touching every aspect of urban planning, cultural heritage, and environmental sustainability. For aspiring architects, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities in Nepal is crucial. This field demands not only creativity but also technical precision, historical…

Urban Nepal Habitat day
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World Habitat Day: Exploring Nepalโ€™s Urbanization from DEGURBA

As an engineer working with the Department of Urban Development and Building Construction (DUDBC) in Nepal, I have been involved with Habitat Day for a long time. This is the annual observance of World Habitat Day 2024 to celebrate on October 7. This day serves as a pivotal moment to reflect on the state of…

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Social Cost Benefit Analysis for Urban Planning Projects

Urban planning projects are generally large in scale in terms of financial and non-financial aspects. These aspects are carried into consideration of project implementing party or any other stakeholder associated with it. The scope is diverse and needs certain attention to understand in a comprehensive style. Where the general consideration of the project is based…