National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, Plural, and Avid Learning present A Tale of Two Metros: Urban Planning Insights from Tokyo and Mumbai.

You have got Mumbai, a bustling megacity on one hand, and Tokyo, one of the most vibrant megalopolises on the other. At first glance, they seem as different as night and day. What's the common thread, you ask, beyond the obvious crowds and rapid development? 

Urban design and planning serve as the creative tools that sculpt our cityscapes. During this dynamic session, expert architects and designers will dive deep into the interplay of art, culture, and history in crafting inclusive urban environments. Together, they will uncover the strategies for harnessing Tokyo’s visionary urban planning and leveraging cross-cultural collaborations to craft Mumbai’s sustainable growth. 

Join us as we foster innovative thinking through an engaging presentation followed by an inspiring panel discussion explore the profound influence of public engagement in creating cities that are not just spaces but living works of art. 

Speakers: 

Founder, Plural and Co-Author, 6 Metros Jasmine Saluja (Presenter TAB) 

Principal Designer and Partner, _OPOLIS Rahul Gore 

Director and Architect, Squareworks LLP / Co-Founder, SqW:Lab Katsushi Goto 

Founder, Plural and Co-Author, 6 Metros Oormi Kapadia 

Founder, White3 Design Studio Chaitaniya A Karnik (Moderator TAB)