AHMEDABAD SMART CITY

1. Ahmedabad: Pioneering the Smart City Revolution
Presenter Name:
Agam Shah [23MCL001]
Dev Gheewala [23MCL002]
GUIDED BY,
DR.DEBASIS SARKAR
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, PDEU
Course name:-Technology for Infrastructure Construction (20CE506T)
ME-I, SEM-2
(Infrastructure Engineering & Management)
DR. DHRUVESH PATEL
(Head Of Department)

2. CONTENT
 INTRODUCTION TO AHMEDABAD SMART CITY
 WHAT IS SMART CITY
 TO MAKE AHMEDABAD A SMART CITY, SEVERAL STRATEGIES AND INITIATIVES CAN
BE IMPLEMENTED ACROSS VARIOUS SECTORS.
 SMART SOLUTIONS
 AHMEDABAD SMART CITY VIDEO

3. Introduction to Ahmedabad Smart City
 Ahmedabad, the largest city in the Indian state of Gujarat, is on a transformative journey
towards becoming a Smart City. With its rich cultural heritage and a rapidly growing urban
landscape, the city faces a myriad of challenges in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and
quality of life
 The Ahmedabad Smart City project aims to address these challenges by integrating technology,
sustainable practices, and innovative solutions to create a modern, efficient, and people-centric
urban environment.
 This ambitious initiative encompasses various aspects of urban development, including smart
governance, intelligent transportation systems, eco-friendly infrastructure, and digital
connectivity
 The journey towards a smarter and more efficient Ahmedabad presents both challenges and
opportunities, requiring strategic planning and collaborative efforts from multiple stakeholders.

4. WHAT IS SMART CITY?

5.  To make Ahmedabad a smart city, several strategies and initiatives can be
implemented across various sectors.
1. Infrastructure Development:
Upgrade and expand basic infrastructure such
as roads, public transportation, water supply,
and sanitation systems. Implement smart
technologies for efficient management of these
systems, such as traffic management systems,
smart meters for water usage, and waste
management solutions.

6. 2.Public Transportation:
Improve public
transportation systems
including buses, metro, and
railways to reduce traffic
congestion and pollution.
Integrate smart
technologies for real-time
tracking of vehicles,
electronic ticketing
systems, and passenger
information systems to
enhance user experience.

8. • 4. Energy Efficiency: Implement energy-efficient solutions in
public buildings, street lighting, and residential areas. Promote the
use of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power to
reduce carbon emissions and dependency on fossil fuels.

9. 5. Smart Governance:
Utilize technology for
transparent and efficient
governance. Implement
online portals and
mobile applications for
citizen services,
including payment of
bills, issuance of
permits, and filing
complaints. Use data
analytics for evidence-
based decision-making
and urban planning.

10. 6. Sustainable Development:
Encourage sustainable urban
development practices such as
green building construction,
rainwater harvesting, and
urban green spaces. Implement
zoning regulations and
building codes that prioritize
environmental sustainability
and resilience to climate
change.

11. 7. Public Safety and
Security:
Deploy smart surveillance
systems, including CCTV
cameras and sensors, for
improved public safety
and crime prevention.
Integrate emergency
response systems for quick
and effective disaster
management.

12. 8. Promotion of
Innovation and
Entrepreneurship:
Foster an ecosystem that
supports innovation and
entrepreneurship in
sectors such as
information technology,
biotechnology, and
clean energy. Establish
incubation centers,
startup accelerators, and
technology parks to
nurture talent and attract
investment.

13. 9. Cultural Heritage and Tourism: Preserve and promote
the cultural heritage of Ahmedabad while leveraging
technology to enhance the tourism experience. Develop
smart tourism initiatives such as virtual tours, augmented
reality applications, and multimedia exhibits to showcase
the city's rich history and cultural diversity.
The House of Mangaldas Girdhardas

14. PROPOSAL FOR AHMEDABAD TO MAKE IT A SMART CITY
1. Make dumping ground
at 4 different area of
Ahmedabad at the outskirts
of city in different zone
consisting of East, West,
North, South respectively
for the different zones.

15. 2. Making use of the
signals in a channel so
that the traffic flow
remains constant.
Yellow box junction

16. 3. Smart card for Travelling within the city as it is a metro
city, a smart card shall be there for the people to commute
with Ease.

17. 4. Water management by IOT or pressure sensors so that
the water pressure can be checked, and any leaks can be
encountered easily.

18. 5. Retrofitting’s of old
bridge to make it a
historic bridge ( Gandhi
Bridge a bridge where
Gandhiji have made their
march and that bridge
was made by British for
life span of 50 years but
now we can make it open
as a heritage bridge for
public.