Infrastructure

Infrastructure refers to the fundamental facilities and systems serving a country, city, or area, including the services and facilities necessary for its economy to function. It encompasses the physical structures such as transportation systems (roads, bridges, airports), utilities (water supply, sewage, electricity), and communication networks (telecommunications, internet). Infrastructure is essential for supporting economic activities, providing services to the population, and enhancing the quality of life. It can be categorized into different types, including hard infrastructure, which consists of physical constructs, and soft infrastructure, which involves institutions and systems that provide services (such as education and health care). Effective infrastructure is critical for sustainable development, social equity, and overall economic growth.