Demystifying urbanization and migration interaction pathways – Evidences from 80 cities of India.

Rapid rate of urban growth are being reported, urbanization is recommended, but at what environmental, health, and equity costs? Phenomena such as the  Urban heat island are resulting in  increased risk of heat-related mortality and morbidity, unequal benefits, and exclusionary planning. It is becoming increasing critical that we understand and address the challenges arising due to unplanned and rampant urbanization. The current study aims to characterize SUHII in 80 cities of India and correlate its impacts on migration using Google Earth Engine. 4 different pathways in which migration and urbanization are summarized based on the evidences gathered from the remote sensing based analysis. The results of the study will assist in deriving quantitative evidence will notably support the design of urban risk reduction practices at a pan- India level.