The Maharashtra government has ordered the Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City from the central government to implement various projects. Development The state’s Urban Development Department Corporation Limited (NSSCDCL) to transfer all projects and assets to Nagpur Municipal Corporation by March 31, marking the end of the Smart City Mission.
The Maharashtra government has directed the Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Limited (NSSCDCL) to transfer all its projects and assets to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) by March 31, 2025. This directive marks the culmination of the Smart City Mission’s tenure in Nagpur, with the NMC set to assume responsibility for managing and maintaining
Background of the Smart City Mission in Nagpur
Nagpur was selected for the Smart Cities Mission in 2016, aiming to enhance urban infrastructure and services through innovative and sustainable solutions. The mission’s initial deadline of June 2021 was extended multiple times, ultimately concluding on March 31, 2025. The NSSCDCL, established as a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for the mission, received ₹741.63 crore
Key Projects and Developments
The Smart City initiative in Nagpur encompassed two major components the
- tinfrastructure developed under this initiative Smart and Safe City Project With an investment of ₹524 crore, this project introduced 17 smart solutions, including
Transition of Responsibilities : With the conclusion of the Smart City Mission, the Urban Development Department has instructed the NSSCDCL’s governing board to oversee the seamless transfer of projects and assets to the NMC. This transition entails the Pardi, Bharatwada, Bhandewadi, and Punapur areas in eastern Nagpur, aiming to create sustainable and livable urban spaces.
- Monetization of Assets: The civic body will explore avenues to monetize assets to ensure financial sustainability and continued urban development Furthermore, the state government has authorized local authorities to decide on the future of the SPV, whether to dissolve it has instructed the NSSCDCL governing board to oversee the transfer process entirely or repurpose it for other missions Monetization of assets to ensure financial sustainability.
Implications for Nagpur : The transfer of Smart City projects to the NMC signifies a pivotal shift in Nagpur’s urban governance. The NMC, which manages a range of municipal services including water supply, waste management, and urban planning, will now integrate the advanced infrastructure and technologies introduced by the Smart City Mission into its operations.
Sustainability Concerns: Ensuring the sustainability of these projects requires effective management, adequate funding, and community engagement As Nagpur embarks on this new chapter, the focus will be on leveraging the advancements made during the Smart City Mission to foster a more connected, efficient, and livable urban.
The Maharashtra government has directed the Nagpur Smart and Sustainable City Development Corporation Limited (NSSCDCL) to transfer all Smart City projects to the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) by March 31, 2025. This move marks the transition of urban infrastructure developed under the Smart Cities Mission, which began in 2016, to the local civic body for future management and maintenance.
The Smart and Safe City Project, implemented at ₹524 crore, introduced CCTV surveillance, an integrated command center, and smart technology solutions. Additionally, the ₹741.62 crore Area-Based Development Plan focused on modernizing Pardi, Bharatwada, Bhandewadi, and Punapur, covering 1,743 acres in eastern Nagpur.
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