Smart Cities Mission

The Smart Cities Mission (SCM) represents India’s shift from traditional town planning to area-based development, driven by technology. It focuses on two pillars: developing core physical infrastructure and deploying pan-city digital solutions to improve the ease of living.

Key Stakeholders/Beneficiaries

  • Urban Local Bodies (ULBs): Empowered through real-time data for traffic, waste, and safety management.
  • Citizens: Beneficiaries of one-touch services (Apps), improved safety (Surveillance), and reliable utilities.
  • Startups: Users of the "Open Data" ecosystem to build urban mobility and fintech solutions.
  • Law Enforcement: Primary users of ICCC feeds for crime prevention and traffic regulation.

Operational Pillars & Mission Status

  • Integrated Command and Control Centres ....
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