India extends Smart Cities Mission deadline to Mar 31, 2025, allowing 100 cities to complete projects.

India extends Smart Cities Mission deadline to Mar 31, 2025, allowing 100 cities to complete ongoing projects. 90% of total projects worth ₹1,44,237 crore completed, while 830 remaining projects worth ₹19,926 crore are advanced. The mission's allocated budget for 100 cities is ₹48,000 crore, with 97% released, and all projects are expected to be completed without additional cost.