New Delhi, India’s capital, finds itself in a unique position as home to strong academic research institutes, though it seems to struggle with growing and retaining talent. But how attractive is New Delhi really, for high potentials, visitors, and investors? How livable and sustainable is it, according to leading rankings and indices?
Let’s take a closer look at:
- New Delhi’s economic competitiveness and financial performance
- Its city brand strength and global attractiveness
- Livability: appeal for talent and locals
Economic Competitiveness
The Global Financial Centres Index 34 ranks New Delhi 77th, dropping twelve positions from the previous ranking—currently between Hangzhou (76th) and Doha (78th).
City Brand Strength and Global Reputation
According to Brand Finance’s City Index 2023, New Delhi ranks 95th globally with a score of 54.8/100, comparable to Nairobi (94th) and Bangalore (96th).
Kearney’s 2023 Global Cities Report ranks New Delhi 64th, a jump of seven positions from the previous ranking. It ranks 106th in the same firm’s Global Cities Outlook.
How Attractive for Talent, Investors, Visitors?
The Mercer Quality of Living City Ranking places New Delhi 172nd, tying with Riyadh. Mercer’s Cost of Living Ranking puts New Delhi 169th, a drop of fourteen positions from the previous ranking. It now sits between Sofia (168th) and Warsaw (170th).
Urban Sustainability
The Arcadis Sustainability City Index 2022 ranks New Delhi 95th overall, sitting between Lahore (94th) and Nairobi (96th): Planet 100th, People 90th, Profit 92nd. Its strengths are greenhouse gas emissions per capita and environmental exposure; however, air pollution, bicycle infrastructure, and waste management could all be improved.
Last updated in January 2024. Explore more city profiles in our City Observatory.
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Disclaimer: The information in this article is intended to provide a general overview of New Delhi’s economic and cultural landscape and facilitate comparison over time. While we strive for accuracy and completeness, we are not responsible for any typographical errors or inaccuracies. The data is provided ‘as is’ without warranty of any kind. Users should verify any information before relying on it for decision-making purposes.
