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Government Extends "Smart Cities Mission" till March 2026.

Government Schemes | Dated: 31 Dec 2025

The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has extended the deadline for the "Smart Cities Mission" until March 31, 2026. This extension aims to allow the completion of ongoing projects in various cities that were delayed due to administrative or technical reasons. All 100 selected cities are expected to complete their Integrated Command and Control Centres (ICCC).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Initially launched in 2015, the mission aimed to develop 100 citizen-friendly and sustainable cities.
  • No additional funds will be allocated for the extended period; projects must use existing sanctions.
  • Surat and Agra have been consistently top-performing cities under the mission.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Smart Cities Mission.
  • Launch Year: 2015.
  • New Deadline: March 31, 2026.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The deadline for the Smart Cities Mission has been extended by the central government to which date?

Correct Answer: March 31, 2026

🚀 Quick Recap:

About MoHUA

  • Minister – Manohar Lal Khattar
  • MoS – Tokhan Sahu