Megacities And Squatter Settlements

Megacities and Squatter Settlements

Megacities are urban areas with a population of over 10 million people.
Characteristics include high population density, advanced infrastructure, and diverse economic activities.
Examples include Tokyo, New York City, and Mumbai.
Challenges in megacities include traffic congestion, pollution, and housing affordability issues.

Squatter settlements are informal housing areas built by individuals or families on land they do not own.
Common in developing countries due to rapid urbanization and lack of affordable housing.
Lack basic services like clean water, sanitation, and electricity.
Residents face insecurity of tenure and risk of eviction.
Governments and NGOs work to improve living conditions in squatter settlements through infrastructure development and tenure regularization programs.