Bengaluru Launches Innovative Urban Sustainability Challenge: Transforming India's Silicon Valley Into a Model for Future Cities

Oct 15, 2025 11:40 pm CST

The Yes/Bengaluru Urban Innovation Challenge, launched by the World Economic Forum and UpLink, seeks to transform Bengaluru into a sustainable urban development model by supporting early-stage innovations in critical areas like air quality and water management. With 40% of India's population expected to live in cities by 2030, this initiative aims to develop scalable solutions that can be implemented across India and globally, leveraging Bengaluru's vibrant tech ecosystem and young, tech-savvy population.