Many cities in India are ranked poorly on liveability indexes despite significant government investment in infrastructure. Urban areas often face issues such as deteriorating roads, inadequate waste management, and environmental pollution. These problems persist even with high expenditure, indicating potential inefficiencies in planning and execution. Contributing factors include rapid urbanization, high population density, and insufficient maintenance of existing infrastructure. Despite policy efforts and funding, the tangible improvements in daily urban life remain limited, leading to concerns over sustainability and quality of living. These challenges affect residents’ health, mobility, and overall well-being, raising questions about future urban development strategies and resource allocation. Efforts to address these issues need to focus on sustainable planning, effective waste management, and infrastructure renewal to enhance city livability.