Ayodhya is a key cultural destination in Uttar Pradesh, home to numerous places of religious interest. In recent years, the region has undergone transformational changes, owing to the various developmental initiatives spearheaded by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. With the ongoing efforts in Ayodhya towards climate action, including the outcomes achieved through the Solar City Ayodhya programmes (such as adoption of rooftop solar systems for residential and institutional buildings, solar trees, adoption
of solar street lights), participatory greening initiatives leveraged through the Green Ayodhya Fund, development of city-level Thermal Cooling Action Plan and a Vedic City Sustainability Index, the region is making significant progress towards a sustainable future. However, the anticipated developments in the city necessitate continued action on this front. Ayodhya’s population is projected to grow to 12 lakhs1 by 2031, highlighting the need for a roadmap for assessing critical sectors and strengthening climate
action at the city level.