Thoughtful planting can improve the micro environment of the settlements. Shade trees cool the streets in summer and at the same time reduce the dust in the air. The decorative trees and flowering plants add to the beauty. The vegetable, herb and fruit yielding plants, in addition, supplement the daily needs of the families.
Earth management and grassing very significantly reduce the cost of roads and pavings, the most expensive components of urban infrastructure. Moreover, the work can be undertaken directly by the communities because they have the knowledge and the sensitivity of their surrounding environment.
| Aggregate Infrastructure in Indore Slums | Quantity |
| Total length of new roads | 360 km. |
| Total length of new sewer lines | 300 km. |
| Total length of new storm drains | 50 km. |
| Total length of new water lines | 240 km. |
| New trees planted | 120,000 |
| Total area of grassing/shrubbing | 500,000 m2 |
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- Slum Networking of Indore City. Indore, 1997.