| Abstract: | ABSTRACT: Land and housing policies in New Delhi have great significance in urban policy. When the Delhi Development Authority was given substantial powers to purchase land and plan its use, it had the potential to innovate and create an example of “best practice” in urban development in developing countries. For a variety of situational, political, and managerial reasons, the opportunity was lost. This paper offers an explanation, evaluates the loss of potential, and indicates the reforms which are necessary to achieve better results. |
