Manish A. Thakre 🦄 @manishthakre30
Resilience & Urban Development Learner l formerly @ SavetheChildren l MSc in Cities @LSECities I Views personal. linkedin.com/in/manish-thak… Philadelphia, PA Joined June 2009-
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How the FIFA World Cup Can Grow Philly’s Local Food Economy nextcity.org/urbanist-news/…
Philly is getting ready for the #FIFAWorldCup2026. Wth $770M at stake, let’s make sure the gains go beyond tourism by investing in small+ minority-owned food businesses &building a lasting culinary legacy. My op-ed @NextCityOrg : nextcity.org/urbanist-news/… #PhillyFood #WorldCup2026
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Too many leaders today view human rights as the problem. We know human rights are the solution. They are the foundation of peace. They are the engine of progress. And they are the path out of conflict & chaos to security & hope.
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New state transit funding must be secured by August 14 in order for #SEPTA to avoid implementation of a 20% service cut—beginning August 24—to close a recurring budget deficit. The implementation deadline is needed to complete a series of critical pre-schedule change tasks…
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To date #SEPTA riders have sent over 32,600 messages to Governor Shapiro and state lawmakers to support new funding for public transit. 🙏 There is still time to make your voice heard and to make a difference. If the state approves funding in the weeks ahead—we may be able to…
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DOERS are different. Obsessed with getting things DONE! My friend Janette Sadik-Khan is a DOER. Over 50 yrs people spoke of pedestrian Times Square; Janette made it happen. Streets & urban revolution, STREETFIGHT! Tue. Aug. 5 at 11am EST FREE • Register bit.ly/3IiVNq3
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Nationally Determined Contributions aren't just technical climate pledges—they're strategic economic roadmaps. When treated with high ambition, NDCs become levers for inclusive, innovation-led growth. Our new report from @ClimateCrisisAG shows how to embed climate action at the…
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The SEPTA Board will vote on Thursday, June 26 [tomorrow] to formally adopt an operating budget for FY26 that includes a projected $213 million structural deficit. The FY26 budget proposal includes 45% in service cuts, fare increases, and a 9PM curfew for all rail services.…
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#NagpurMetro needs a stronger #UMTA and #UTF for financial resilience. Learning from other metros can ensure long-term viability: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
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Cities can fund climate action and social housing by capturing the land value they help create. From São Paulo to Johannesburg, Land Value Capture tools are turning public investment into equitable, resilient urban growth.
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Post-COVID-19 pandemic, metro rail faces recovery hurdles. #Nagpur Metro struggles with low ridership and revenue. Diversifying through #TOD, #VCF, and congestion pricing is vital for #sustainability: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
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Post-COVID-19 pandemic, metro rail faces recovery hurdles. #Nagpur Metro struggles with low ridership and revenue. Diversifying through #TOD, #VCF, and congestion pricing is vital for #sustainability: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
"UNICEF: Why participation matters: The evidence for involving children and youth in policy and decision-making" Insightful article by Simon Weedy childinthecity.org/2025/06/13/uni… #childrenparticipation #childrights #Voice
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Congestion pricing and carbon taxes could fund #Nagpur Metro’s future. Phased implementation and stakeholder buy-in are crucial: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
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#Delhi, #Bengaluru, and #Hyderabad Metros show the way with non-fare revenue. #Nagpur Metro must boost advertising, leasing, and #PPPs to bridge funding gaps: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
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Weak first- and last-mile #connectivity hurts #Nagpur Metro ridership. Better feeder services and pedestrian #infrastructure can drive usage and boost revenue: @manishthakre30 or-f.org/34441
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This is not a Pittsburgh or Philadelphia-only problem. This is a Commonwealth problem and not addressing it would be costly for all Pennsylvanians: pennlive.com/opinion/2025/0…
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