Bhubaneswar: The inaugural issue of the Urban Invest Window (UiWIN) Quarterly Digest was released at the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference & Expo 2026 and the 2nd National Urban Conclave 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The digest highlights key developments and initiatives under HUDCO’s UiWIN platform, which aims to strengthen urban infrastructure development by supporting Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in project preparation, capacity building, and access to financing.
The publication was released by Mohan Charan Majhi, Chief Minister of Odisha, and Tokhan Sahu, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs. The event was attended by senior government officials and other dignitaries.
UiWIN Quarterly Digest Released in Bhubaneswar
The inaugural issue was unveiled during the 19th Urban Mobility India Conference & Expo 2026 and the 2nd National Urban Conclave 2026, held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
The release ceremony was attended by Satendra Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA); Ms Anu Garg, Chief Secretary, Government of Odisha; and Sanjay Kulshrestha, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO), along with other dignitaries.
The launch marks an important step in documenting and sharing the progress of UiWIN and its initiatives to support urban infrastructure projects across India.
What Is HUDCO’s Urban Invest Window (UiWIN)?
The Urban Invest Window (UiWIN) is an initiative of HUDCO designed to help Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) develop and implement urban infrastructure projects by improving their preparedness for investment and financing.
Launched in November 2025, UiWIN serves as a single-window facilitation mechanism to make urban infrastructure projects more bankable and investment-ready. It focuses on addressing challenges faced by ULBs in preparing projects, building institutional capacity, and accessing suitable sources of finance.
Through this platform, HUDCO aims to facilitate the development of urban projects by supporting local authorities throughout key stages of project preparation and financing.
Key Highlights of the UiWIN Quarterly Digest
The inaugural quarterly digest captures important developments and initiatives undertaken under HUDCO’s Urban Invest Window. It provides an overview of efforts to strengthen the capacity of ULBs and improve the preparation and financing of urban infrastructure projects.
The digest focuses on three key areas:
- Project Preparation: Supporting Urban Local Bodies in developing well-prepared infrastructure projects.
- Capacity Building: Strengthening the institutional capabilities of ULBs to plan and implement urban development initiatives.
- Access to Financing: Improving access to financing opportunities by making urban infrastructure projects more bankable and investment-ready.
The publication is intended to document UiWIN’s progress and highlight initiatives that can help improve urban infrastructure planning and investment.
UiWIN’s Role in Strengthening Urban Infrastructure
Urban Local Bodies play a crucial role in providing essential services and developing urban infrastructure. However, project preparation, technical capacity, and access to finance can pose challenges to the implementation of urban development initiatives.
UiWIN seeks to address these challenges through a single-window facilitation approach. By supporting project preparation, capacity building, and financing access, the platform aims to help ULBs move their infrastructure proposals towards implementation. The release of the inaugural quarterly digest provides a platform to communicate these efforts and share updates on initiatives being undertaken to support urban development.
About HUDCO
Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. It provides financial assistance and support for housing and urban infrastructure development, including projects related to urban services and public infrastructure. HUDCO plays a role in supporting affordable housing initiatives and the development of sustainable urban infrastructure across India.
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