Smart cities development in India

Abstract

The Smart Cities Mission launched in 2015 is to provide Indian cities with core infrastructure and enable a decent quality of life to its citizens. Building clean, green and sustainable environment along with the application of Smart Solutions to the cities is a major objective of this ongoing mission. One of the underlying principles of developing Smart cities is to make these cities inclusive for all- especially abled, elderly, the poor and the disadvantaged. This paper discusses the major components of Smart cities and the various technology led practises that are envisioned to be adopted. Application of ‘Smart solutions’ will enable cities to use technology, information and data to improve infrastructure and services. Comprehensive development in this way will improve quality of life, create employment and enhance incomes for all, especially the poor and the disadvantaged, leading to inclusive cities.