13.1 AGRA CITY VISION
A vision is a statement of where the city to wishes to
go, within a given timeframe. The ambitious vision was formulated by
considering the strengths, potential, issues/problems, future focus
areas, preferences of the residents of the city and physical characteristics
of the city. A consensus approach was built up among the various groups
of stakeholders in an integrated and cohesive manner to achieve a common
vision for the city. The set of criteria's was also formed relevant
to JNNURM components to achieve the mission
In preparing the City Vision, the concerns were:
" Issues related to Agra as an international tourist
destination
" Provision of adequate Infrastructure facilities
" Urban Renewal
" Need for intensification of economic regeneration
" Slums and urban poor
" Suggestions from the stakeholder consultations
CITY VISION
Full Utilization of Agra's Potential for Improving the
Economy of the City by Providing Equal Access to Best Quality Physical
and Social Infrastructure to All Residents and Tourists
GOALS
The various goals have been envisaged for achieving the vision.
" Provide 24x7 hours water supply to every household including
the slum areas with sewerage network and solid waste services by the
year 2015.
" Efficient and safe transportation system for the city
" Promote the economic opportunities in the city through tourism
" Provide safe and healthier urban environment