Capitalist development refers to the process of economic growth driven by private enterprise. It often involves the expansion of markets and industries. This development can lead to increased wealth and innovation. However, it may also result in social inequalities and environmental concerns. In India, capitalist development has transformed its economy since liberalisation in the 1990s, impacting various sectors and communities.
India’s urban future is often narrated through the spectacle of megacities. Yet, beneath this dominant vocabulary, a quieter and far more consequential transformation is unfolding. Of nearly 9,000...