The World Bank Group is strategically and selectively expanding engagement in the urban sector through raising the urban policy dialogue, institutional strengthening, and leveraging finance for urban development. Read More
World Bank Group focuses on increased access to reliable power for all citizens, scaling-up renewable energy generation, and promoting energy efficiency. Read More
India is experiencing major shifts in its labor force from agriculture to the service and manufacturing sectors and faces an acute need for improved skills. Read More
Greater involvement of women in the labor force also has a significant social impact—paid employment is known to increase women’s agency and empowerment. Read More
Investing in children’s early years — in health, nutrition and early childhood development— is a critical down payment to long-term competitiveness. Read More
World Bank Group partners with public and private institutions to improve the quality of healthcare delivery, access, as well as supporting the rollout of universal health coverage and health insurance. Read More
Better quality education is an important investment in a more prosperous India over the long term. India is taking steps to improve education quality and learning outcomes at every level of the education system. Read More
The World Bank Group supports India to improve the effectiveness of social protection (SP) systems to increase resilience to shocks that can force vulnerable populations into poverty. Read More
Increasing access to improved and sustainable water supply and sanitation services is critical to developing human capital to unleash the growth potential of rural areas. Read More