Divergence and Convergence of Smart City Initiatives in India: A Mixed-Method Approach

Ajay Kumar Mishra, Meghana Mandadi and Ankit Kesharwani

International Journal of Public Administration, 2025, vol. 48, issue 13, 878-911

Abstract: Smart city mission (SCM) initiative in India aims to transform urban areas on a large scale. However, there appears to be a gap between citizens’ expectations and the actual deliverables. This study conducted interviews, group discussions, and online surveys across five selected cities in India to uncover this divergence. The findings revealed that Indian citizens primarily expect the SCM initiatives to focus on the Health, Mobility, Housing, Environment, & Sustainability sectors. However, the implemented projects concentrated more on digital technologies, mobility, and housing sectors, deviating from citizens’ priorities. Additionally, the study uncovered major hindrances in successful implementation of SCM initiatives.

Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1080/01900692.2024.2427653

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