Abstract

Historical and social factors combined with pre conditions shaped the growth of new metropolis during the last millennium. Technological development in transport and communications triggered steady changes in the growth of urban areas leading to a phenomenon of locating industries and activities. The present study focus on Madurai is a historical and ancient place credited with development of Tamil sangam. The city is the centre of the southern districts and ideal for a second capital one third of the population of Tamilnadu is living in the fourteen southern districts. More trade and industrial units are needed to ensure economic growth in south Tamilnadu. The environment are abundant with economic, social activity facilitated by rapid developments in commercial, industrial sectors. So, the importance of strict enforcement of development control ensures healthy, comfortable and safe environment to the present and future generations. The fact that Sustainable development in Madurai will help to generate employment and improve the standard of living for the people is now fully recognized. Given the significant socio – economic benefits, sustainable and eco-friendly development is imperative for growth. A planned approach to developing responsible environmental plan should be adhered to. In the wake of climate change and global warming, there is an increasing awareness towards protecting the environmental and integrating conservation and community benefits to long term business return.