2. 1. A smartcity is a technologically modern urban area that uses different types of electronic methods and
sensors to collect specific data. Information gained from that data is used to manage assets, resources and
services efficiently; in return, that data is used to improve operations across the city.
2. Currently 100 smart cities in India have been identified by the government for development.
3. The Union Ministry of Urban Development is responsible for implementing the mission in collaboration
with the state governments of the respective cities.
4. Seoul, South Korea, also known as the world's first smart city, Seoul's smart technology campaigns have
only gone from strength to strength since launching its initiatives as early as 2014.
What is a smart city??
3. A smart city should provide an urban environment that
delivers a high quality of life to residents while also generating
economic growth. This means delivering a suite of joined-up
services to citizens with reduced infrastructure costs.
—Why a Smart City??
4. Smart City features
The core infrastructure elements in a
Smart City would include:
● Quick Accident relief
● Face Identification System
● Automatic Traffic Signal
● Better Public Transport
● Better Drainage System
● Assured Electricity Supply
● Adequat e Water Supply
● Waste Management & Sanitation
● Entertainment Hubs
● Robust IT Connectivity
● Health & Education
5. Quick Accident Relief
Smart traffic poles will be utilized that will ensure quick
accident relief. In case of accident or fault in a vehicle,
people will get help in just one call. They will get help
through CCTV too.
6. Face Identification
System
The smart city will have the face identification system in
place to catch criminals. The photos of criminals & suspects
will be entered in computer. Information also be shared
with other cities
7. Automatic traffic signal
& Control
ATC stands for "Automatic Traffic Control", which is a
system that uses sensors and computer algorithms to
automatically adjust the timing of traffic signals based on the
flow of traffic. ATC systems can improve traffic flow, reduce
congestion, and minimize delays for motorists. At present
Bangalore has this system.
8. Better public Transport
To reduce traffic on roads, there will be
improvement in existing public transports.
• Metro
• Bus
• Tram
Proper planning of Roads & Flyovers
9. Better Drainage system
Smart traffic poles will be utilized that will ensure quick
accident relief. In case of accident or fault in a vehicle,
people will get help in just one call. They will get help
through CCTV too.
10. Assured Electricity
supply
24hr electric supply.
Developing electricity through various modes :
• Solar plants
• Dams
• Windmill
11. Adequate Water supply
A constant access to a supply of clean, fresh, potable
water provided in a sanitary manner or provided at suitable
intervals for the species and not to exceed 24 hours at any
interval.
Implement rainwater harvesting systems to collect and
store rainwater for drinking
Increase water storage capacity as per requirements.
Pump station & RO in every lane.
12. Waste Management &
Sanitation
Construct public washrooms & spread awareness to use.
Proper disposal of dry & wet waste.
Management of bio-degradable & non-degradable waste.
14. Proper Sanitation
Smart traffic poles will be utilized that will ensure quick
accident relief. In case of accident or fault in a vehicle,
people will get help in just one call. They will get help
through CCTV too.
15. IT Connectivity
A smart city uses information and communication technology
(ICT) to improve operational efficiency, share information with
the public and provide a better quality of government service
and citizen welfare.
16. Health & Education
• Proper medical facilities
• Ensure availability of educated doctor & also medical beds
• Availability of educational institute within city
17. Top 3 smart cities of
India
The capital of Odisha, takes
the lead as one.
1- Bhubaneswar
Known as the “Oxford of
the East,”
2 - Pune
A bustling commercial hub
in Gujarat.
3 - surat
18. Pune announced on
June 25, 2016 as
Smart city
Surat announced on
March 31, 2016 as
Smart city
Bhubaneswar
announced on January
28, 2016 as Smart city