The Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) launched a program to set up a number of Design Innovations Centers (DIC) throughout the country. The SPA-Delhi, in collaboration with SPA-Bhopal, SPA-Vijaywada and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University of Delhi (AUD) submitted a proposal with focus on built-environment and human settlements). The proposal was approved by MHRD. A number of products and processes will be developed under the DIC. These will help to mainstream design-centered innovation in Architecture and Planning education, research and practice in India. These will also provide important design and implementation inputs for various Government programs.