Urban India’s Data Revolution
India is undergoing one of the most significant urban transformations globally. With almost half its population projected to reside in cities by 2050 (according to UN data), the pressing question is not whether India can establish smarter cities, but rather how swiftly and effectively it can scale them. The Smart Cities Mission, initiated in 2015, has established a foundation by re-envisioning 100 cities with technology-integrated governance, improved infrastructure, and citizen-focused designs. A decade later, the vision is coming into clearer focus. Out of the 8,067 projects approved under the Mission, 94%, amounting to ₹1.64 lakh crore, are now complete. Each…
