This talk explored why integrating nature-based approaches to restore rivers in urban areas is critical. It highlighted the need to shift from the narrow focus on beautification and redevelopment projects towards reconnecting rivers with their floodplains, natural drains and wetlands for a resilient ecosystem.
Prof. Venkatesh Dutta
Prof. Venkatesh is trained as Environmental Management specialist with major in Water Resources and Regulatory Policy. My current research interests include River Restoration, Land-use planning along with zoning regulations, Environmental Impact Assessment, Urban Policies and Sustainable Cities. I am also interested in spatial patterns, process, cause and consequence of urban sprawl vis-a-vis environmental impacts.