My Urban Challenge: Mayor of Yangon

By Apala Bhattacharya

Building infrastructure for one of the fastest growing cities on the planet.

Myanmar’s commercial centre Yangon, is one of the fastest growing cities on the planet. Its population is estimated to be around 10 million, says Mayor U Maung Maung Soe. The Mayor has turned to celebrities and popular icons such as the Power Rangers to help educate the public on issues plaguing the city.
We summarise the challenges and opportunities faced by Yangon in the infographic below.