Infrastructure

Infrastructure refers to the fundamental facilities and systems that support the functioning of a society or enterprise. This includes the physical structures, networks, and resources necessary for the operation of an economy and the provision of services. Key components of infrastructure typically include transportation systems (such as roads, bridges, railways, and airports), utilities (such as water supply, sewage, electricity, and telecommunications), and public institutions (such as schools, hospitals, and government buildings). Infrastructure plays a critical role in enabling economic growth, facilitating trade, and improving quality of life by providing essential services to individuals and businesses. It encompasses both hard infrastructure (physical assets) and soft infrastructure (services and institutions that support the economy).