Jamshedpur, India

Capital City

This industrial powerhouse of 1.5 million people is a world unto itself, with a private company overseeing the city's basic functions. The upside is 24/7 electricity and a clean, meticulously planned environment. But the downside is a persistent bureaucratic headache - the city has resisted efforts to bring it under municipal governance for decades. Jamshedpur is a unique proposition, best suited for those willing to navigate its quirks in exchange for a high quality of life.