Interrogating splintering urbanism in the slums of Patna

Urban fragmentation in Patna’s slums arises from everyday negotiations and politics, requiring inclusive policies beyond metro-centric, neoliberal frameworks. Author Shubham Shekhar, Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP), O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, Haryana, India Summary India has witnessed steady urbanization marked by significant economic and demographic shifts.…