The document discusses the key characteristics and features of a smart city. A smart city utilizes information technology to efficiently manage resources and infrastructure to promote economic growth while reducing environmental impact. It provides reliable electricity, gas, water and transportation networks. Features include underground cables, solar energy, piped gas, 24/7 water supply, district cooling, solid waste management, metro stations, WiFi, global connectivity, residential apartments, tunnels for pipes, entertainment areas, parking facilities, and advanced security systems with CCTV cameras. The development of a smart city requires an investment of 80-90 thousand crores and land spanning 800-1500 acres.