City Investments to Innovate, Integrate and Sustain (CITIIS) 2.0

June 1, 2023

The Indian government has recently approved the second phase of an ambitious project aimed at promoting integrated waste management and climate-oriented reform actions. Known as CITIIS (City Investments to Innovate, Integrate and Sustain), this project aims to transform urban areas in India into sustainable and resilient cities.

CITIIS 2.0: A Step Towards Sustainable Urban Development

CITIIS 2.0 has set its sights on 18 cities across India for implementation. This phase of the project builds upon the success and experiences gained during the first phase, which covered 12 cities including Chennai, Amaravati, and Bhubaneshwar. The government has earmarked a total loan amount of Rs 1760 crore for CITIIS 2.0, with equal contributions from partnering organizations such as the French Development Agency (AFD) and Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW). Additionally, the European Union has provided a technical assistance grant of Rs 106 crore to support the project’s objectives.

Three Key Components of CITIIS 2.0

CITIIS 2.0 is built upon three major components, each contributing to the overall objective of sustainable urban development. The first component focuses on providing financial and technical support to develop projects that enhance climate resilience and promote adaptation and mitigation measures. This will be implemented in up to 18 smart cities, carefully selected based on competition.

The second component involves extending support to all states and Union Territories on a demand basis. This approach ensures that the benefits of the project reach all corners of the country, facilitating widespread climate governance in urban India. The third and equally crucial component involves interventions at the center, state, and city levels to strengthen institutions, disseminate knowledge, and build capacity.

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