Jaipur, Rajasthan made a remarkable global achievement by ranking 6th in the Happy City Index 2026 — becoming the only Indian city to feature in the top 10 globally. The Happy City Index evaluates cities on parameters including quality of life, infrastructure, community well-being, cultural richness, green spaces, and economic opportunity. Known as the 'Pink City', Jaipur is a UNESCO World Heritage City (since 2019) and a major tourism hub. This ranking puts Jaipur ahead of several European cities, highlighting Rajasthan's urban development and heritage conservation efforts.
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Jaipur Ranked 6th in Happy City Index 2026 — Only Indian City in Global Top 10
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- Jaipur, Rajasthan made a remarkable global achievement by ranking 6th in the Happy City Index 2026 — becoming the only Indian city to feature in the top 10 globally
- The Happy City Index evaluates cities on parameters including quality of life, infrastructure, community well-being, cultural richness, green spaces, and economic opportunity
- Known as the 'Pink City', Jaipur is a UNESCO World Heritage City (since 2019) and a major tourism hub
- This ranking puts Jaipur ahead of several European cities, highlighting Rajasthan's urban development and heritage conservation efforts
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• Jaipur: 6th in Happy City Index 2026; only Indian city in global top 10 • Jaipur: 'Pink City'; UNESCO World Heritage City (2019); capital of Rajasthan • Rajasthan CM: Bhajan Lal Sharma (BJP); Jaipur Metro Phase 2 under construction • Happy City Index: evaluates QoL, infrastructure, community wellbeing, cultural richness, green spaces
