About
About Us
Urban Update was launched in 2014 as a magazine dedicated to conversations on cities and urban development. Published by the All India Institute of Local Self-Government, it covers news, policy developments, and expert perspectives on urban planning and governance.
As cities continue to grow and evolve, Urban Update serves as a platform for informed analysis, expert opinions, and knowledge sharing. It brings together policymakers, practitioners, researchers, and urban thinkers to exchange ideas and highlight emerging trends and solutions.
Over the years, Urban Update has grown into a trusted space for conversations on climate action, inclusive planning, mobility, and urban futures. Our goal is simple — to inform, inspire, and support better cities by sharing stories that matter.
The People Behind the Stories
Team Urban Update

Ranjit Chavan
President-AIILSG

Dr Jairaj Phatak, IAS (Retd.)
Editor-In-Chief & Director General-AIILSG

Ashok Wankhade
Managing Editor
Abhishek Pandey
Editor

Ravi Ranjan Guru
Executive Editor

V Vijaykumar
Senior Advisor, AIILSG

Jyoti Verma
Consulting Editor

Ayesha Saeed
Deputy News Editor

Shashank Garg
Senior Reporter

Prashansa Pradhan
Sub-Editor

Sarah Massey
Editorial Trainee

Meenakshi Rajput
Art Director

