Smart City Mission Extended to March 2025, Rs 800 Crore Projects in Telangana
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Smart City Mission Extended to March 2025, Rs 800 Crore Projects in Telangana

The Centre has announced an extension of the Smart City Mission until March 2025, benefiting Telangana with projects worth approximately Rs 800 crore. This decision aims to continue enhancing urban infrastructure and services across selected cities in Telangana, aligning with the mission's goal of promoting sustainable and inclusive urban development.

The extension provides additional time for implementing and completing ongoing Smart City projects, ensuring they meet desired standards and deliver significant improvements in urban living conditions. Telangana's participation in the extended mission is expected to focus on advancing key initiatives related to infrastructure development, technology integration, and enhancing civic amenities.

Under the Smart City Mission, Telangana has been actively pursuing projects aimed at improving urban mobility, public transportation systems, waste management, and enhancing digital connectivity. The extension allows for the consolidation of these efforts, promoting holistic urban growth and improving the quality of life for residents.

The Centre's decision reflects its commitment to supporting states in achieving sustainable urban development goals through strategic investments and collaborative efforts. It underscores the importance of leveraging innovative solutions and smart technologies to address urban challenges effectively in Telangana and across India.

Overall, the extension of the Smart City Mission in Telangana is poised to accelerate urban transformation, foster economic growth, and create vibrant, resilient cities capable of meeting the evolving needs of urban dwellers in the state.

The Centre has announced an extension of the Smart City Mission until March 2025, benefiting Telangana with projects worth approximately Rs 800 crore. This decision aims to continue enhancing urban infrastructure and services across selected cities in Telangana, aligning with the mission's goal of promoting sustainable and inclusive urban development. The extension provides additional time for implementing and completing ongoing Smart City projects, ensuring they meet desired standards and deliver significant improvements in urban living conditions. Telangana's participation in the extended mission is expected to focus on advancing key initiatives related to infrastructure development, technology integration, and enhancing civic amenities. Under the Smart City Mission, Telangana has been actively pursuing projects aimed at improving urban mobility, public transportation systems, waste management, and enhancing digital connectivity. The extension allows for the consolidation of these efforts, promoting holistic urban growth and improving the quality of life for residents. The Centre's decision reflects its commitment to supporting states in achieving sustainable urban development goals through strategic investments and collaborative efforts. It underscores the importance of leveraging innovative solutions and smart technologies to address urban challenges effectively in Telangana and across India. Overall, the extension of the Smart City Mission in Telangana is poised to accelerate urban transformation, foster economic growth, and create vibrant, resilient cities capable of meeting the evolving needs of urban dwellers in the state.

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