Smart Cities Mission

Key Facts:

Launch Year: 2015

Type of Scheme: Centrally Sponsored Scheme
Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA)
Targets: Develop 100 smart cities
Target Year: 2025 (Initially 2020)

About the Smart Cities Mission

Smart Cities Mission: The Smart Cities Mission was launched on 25 June 2015 to improve the
quality of life in 100 cities.
It focuses on providing efficient services, modern infrastructure, and sustainable solutions
while addressing key urban needs like housing, transport, education, and healthcare.
Objectives: The objectives of the mission are to provide core infrastructure and a good quality
of life, ensure a clean and sustainable environment, and implement smart solutions.
It aims for sustainable, inclusive development by creating compact areas that serve as
replicable models for other cities.
Funding Mechanism: The mission is primarily funded through a 50:50 cost-sharing
model between the central and state governments.
The central government allocated ₹48,000 crore for five years, with each city
receiving ₹100 crore per year. Additional funding is sourced through:
Convergence with other government schemes.
Municipal bonds and loans from financial institutions.
Public Private Partnerships (PPP) to attract private investments- A key
feature of the Smart Cities Mission, allowing the private sector to invest in urban
infrastructure projects.
Smart Cities Project Approach: The Mission follows a two-pronged approach to urban
development:
Area-Based Development (ABD): This focuses on transforming specific areas within
cities through targeted interventions. Cities implement one of the following models:
Retrofitting: Upgrading existing infrastructure and services to improve urban
efficiency and livability.
Redevelopment: Replacing old infrastructure with modern facilities and innovative
designs.
Greenfield Development: Building entirely new urban areas with smart features
from scratch.
Pan-City Solutions: These solutions involve the implementation of technology-driven
initiatives that span the entire city, enhancing overall efficiency in areas such
as transportation, waste management, and governance.
Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV): To ensure efficient execution of the mission, each city has
established a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV).
The SPV is incorporated as a limited company under the Companies Act,
2013. The State/UT and the Urban Local Body (ULB) jointly hold 50:50 equity in the
SPV. The key responsibilities of the SPV include:
Planning and appraisal of smart city projects.
 Approving and releasing funds for implementation.
Monitoring and evaluating project performance and impact.
Selection of Cities: Cities under the mission were selected through a competitive selection
process.
The criteria considered included factors such as urban population size and the number
of statutory towns in each state and union territory.
The selection process ensured equitable representation across the country, giving equal
opportunity to states and UTs in developing smart urban solutions.
Integrated Control and Command Centres (ICCC): ICCCs have been established in all 100
smart cities to serve as the operational nerve centers. These centers:
Monitor real-time city operations, including traffic, public safety, water supply, and
energy usage.
Utilize cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things
(IoT), and Data Analytics to make informed decisions.
It played a vital role as COVID-19 war rooms, aiding in pandemic response and resource
allocation.
What are the Features of Smart City Mission?

Smart City Features:

Efficient Core Infrastructure: Ensuring adequate water supply and 24x7 electricity
availability.
Modern sanitation systems with smart solid waste management solutions.
Affordable and sustainable housing for all socioeconomic groups.
Technology Integration: Deployment of smart traffic and transport solutions to
manage congestion effectively.
Establishing a robust IT network to facilitate e-governance and citizen
engagement.
Sustainable Urban Development: Development of green spaces, parks, and eco-
 friendly zones to improve environmental sustainability.
Adoption of clean energy solutions to minimize pollution and carbon footprint.
Social and Economic Inclusion: Promoting mixed land-use policies to
encourage walkable neighborhoods.
Enhancing public safety and security through CCTV surveillance and smart
policing.

Latest Updates

As of December 2024, 91% of the total projects have been completed, with 7,380 out of
8,075 projects implemented.
An investment of ₹1.47 lakh crore has been made to enhance urban infrastructure and
services.
Key Sectoral Achievements:
Public Safety and Security:Over 84,000 CCTV cameras have been installed for
surveillance and crime prevention.
Smart traffic enforcement systems, including automatic number plate
recognition, have been deployed.
Water Supply Management:
More than 17,026 km of water pipelines are now monitored using SCADA
technology, ensuring leak detection and efficient water usage.
Waste Management Initiatives: Smart waste collection through RFID-enabled
tracking has been implemented in 66 cities.
Over 9,194 waste management vehicles are now digitally monitored for
improved efficiency.
Urban Mobility Enhancements: Development of 1,740 km of smart roads with
intelligent traffic systems.
Construction of 713 km of cycle tracks to promote eco-friendly transport.
Education and Healthcare Improvements: Establishment of 9,433 smart
classrooms and 41 digital libraries across smart cities.
Installation of 152 health ATMs and development of 172 e-health centers to
improve healthcare accessibility.
Financial and Time Extensions: The mission has been extended to March 2025 to
complete the remaining 10% of projects.
As of now, ₹46,585 crore has been released, with 93% of the funds utilized
effectively.
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