Infrastructure

Infrastructure refers to the fundamental physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise. This includes transportation systems like roads and bridges, utilities such as water supply and electricity, communication networks, and essential buildings such as schools, hospitals, and government facilities. Infrastructure is critical for economic development and quality of life, as it enables the movement of people and goods and supports various services in a community. It can be categorized into hard infrastructure, which consists of tangible assets, and soft infrastructure, which includes institutions such as legal systems, education, and healthcare services. Properly developed infrastructure is foundational for sustainability, resilience, and overall functioning of urban and rural environments.