<h1>India, ADB, and Rajasthan Sign $63M Loan for Urban Development to Improve Infrastructure in 15 Towns.</h1> The Government of India, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and the Rajasthan Government have signed a $63 million loan agreement for the third tranche of the Rajasthan Urban Sector Development Investment Program. This program aims to enhance infrastructure and living conditions in 15 towns across Rajasthan, addressing challenges posed by rapidly growing populations. The funding will improve water supply, sewerage, sanitation, urban drainage, transport, waste management, and firefighting facilities, benefiting over one million residents. Key projects include new water treatment plants and sewer pipelines. Completion is expected by December 2014, with ADB planning further urban development initiatives in collaboration with the state.