Municipal Bonds: A Path to Self-Reliant Cities
On 18th February 2026, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) organised a high-level consultation titled “Municipal Bonds Unpacked - A Dialogue with the Intermediaries” to deliberate on strategies for deepening the municipal bond market and strengthening alternative sources of financing for Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
What are Municipal Bonds?
- Also known as a muni bond, it is a debt instrument issued by ULBs such as municipal corporations or municipalities to raise money from investors.
- The funds are used for developing essential urban infrastructure like water supply, waste management, transport and housing.
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