Smart Cities Mission
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Urban renewal programme to develop 100 smart cities with core infrastructure, sustainable environment, and technology-driven solutions. Total investment of Rs 2.05 lakh crore across selected cities.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record
Published Thursday, 25 June 2015
Affected Population ~500 million urban residents, 8,000+ cities/towns
Key Numbers
PMAY-U: 1.18 crore houses sanctioned
Smart Cities Mission: 100 cities
Metro rail: 900+ km operational
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA I BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Impact Assessment
7 /10
Impact Score Beneficiaries 100 selected cities — ~20 crore urban residents
Budget Allocation Rs 48K Crore
Coverage 100 cities across 30+ states
Implementation Status Operational 85% implemented
Key Outcomes
- 8,000+ projects worth Rs 1.64 lakh crore
- Integrated Command & Control Centres in 100 cities
- 5,000+ km roads, 200+ smart water systems
Challenges
- Delays in project completion
- Revenue sustainability post-mission
- Limited citizen engagement
SDG Alignment
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Tuesday, 31 March 2026 via the_hindu_policy
His remarks come days after he posed questions in the Lok Sabha to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs on the Smart Cities Mission (SCM)