India, Sept. 18 -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $179 million loan to improve urban services, boost mobility and strengthen climate resilience across seven towns in Sikkim, India.The Sikkim Integrated Urban Development Project is designed to improve water supply, sanitation, urban mobility, and disaster preparedness in Gangtok, Gyalshing, Mangan, Pakyong, Rangpo, Singtam, and Soreng. The project will provide continuous piped water supply for over 90% of residents in 4 towns, by constructing 3 new water treatment plants and networks. It will also implement citywide inclusive sanitation systems, including building new integrated wastewater treatment systems, over 45 km of sewerage networks, and fecal sludge management facili...