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REALITY OF INFRASTRUCTURE
Anand Mahindra , Chairman of Mahindra Group , aptly describes the electrification of cities : “ Urban areas are the battleground for the EV revolution . By investing in charging infrastructure and innovative technologies , we can make EVs a viable and attractive option for city residents , driving us closer to a sustainable future .”
Shenzhen , China , is leading the way in electrification . A vibrant metropolis which became a city in January 1979 , it boasts modern infrastructure built from the ground up in recent decades . In stark contrast , London and New York offer a glimpse of a different era of urban development . London was officially granted city status in 1067 and New York ’ s city designation , coming later , has infrastructures spanning centuries . The historical legacy means they must work with older , less adaptable foundations . London , in particular , has been navigating its medieval infrastructure for nearly a millennium , presenting unique challenges in modernisation compared to Shenzhen ’ s contemporary landscape .
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