Smart Cities Mission in India Extended to 2025

• The Government of India announced a significant extension to one of its flagship urban development initiatives. The Smart Cities Mission, originally set to conclude on June 30, 2024, will now continue until March 31, 2025. This extension marks a crucial phase in India’s journey towards creating technologically advanced and livable urban spaces.
• The Smart Cities Mission was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 25, 2015. This visionary project aims to revolutionize urban living in India by focusing on three key areas:
  1. Providing core infrastructure
  2. Creating a clean and sustainable environment
  3. Ensuring a decent quality of life for citizens
• The mission’s unique approach involves applying ‘smart solutions’ to urban challenges, leveraging technology to improve city services and citizen experiences.

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Published date : 05 Jul 2024 05:03PM