The Smart Cities in Karnataka Mission was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India. 100 cities across all states were selected to complete this project. Several cities in Karnataka were selected to become smart cities.
Karnataka is a leader in infrastructure development. The Ease of Living Index report ranked Karnataka’s capital, Bangalore, as a top performer among India’s top cities to live in. Karnataka is rapidly becoming an information hub and a hub for technological advancement. Therefore, the government has selected six smart cities in Kerala as part of its Smart Cities program. With improved urban planning, home prices are rising in Karnataka’s smart cities.
This is a complete overview of smart cities across Karnataka. We’ll cover everything from their purpose and features to city growth and more.
An Overview of Smart Cities in Karnataka
To further improve Karnataka, the city municipality uses information and communication technology (ICT) to improve the efficiency of services provided to its residents. Data collected through technology helps improve the operational efficiency of waste collection and transportation, utility supply, as well as environmental management and social services.
List of Smart Cities in Karnataka
Cities like Hubli-Dharwad or Mangaluru are also emerging as popular residential areas, as interest in homes for sale in Mangaluru is growing, along with affordable housing options in Tier 2 cities. These are cities that are included in the Karnataka Smart Cities list.
| S. No | Karnataka smart cities list |
| 1 | Belagavi |
| 2 | Davanagere |
| 3 | Hubli-Dharwad |
| 4 | Mangaluru |
| 5 | Shivamogga |
| 6 | Tumakuru |
Objectives and Strategy of Smart Cities in Karnataka
The Government of India selected six cities in Karnataka for inclusion in the Karnataka Smart Cities list, based on the quality of resources available in the state. The program aims to provide an Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) along with smart roads, electronic toilets, non-motorized transportation plans, and more. The program’s initial goal was to establish an Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC). To create this, information was collected to expedite the program’s completion.
Other services which were included in the programme are:-
- Enhance underground drainage
- Improve water supply
- 24/7 security and surveillance
- Technology-enabled property taxation
- Improved transportation service
- The enhanced public grievance system
Features of Smart Cities in Karnataka
Examining the features and specifications can help you understand Karnataka’s smart cities. The key features of Karnataka’s smart cities are:
- Cities should have high-technology transportation systems for the general public.
- Initiatives should be taken to protect the environment.
- Urban development should be planned well.
- Better employment opportunities.
- Stimulate the local economy.
- More developed housing units.
- A uniform management system should be in place to help reduce shortages.
- Ultra-smart plans for data inspection.
- Smart cities should have well-developed transportation systems.
- Smart technology should be introduced to meet community needs.
Status of Work in Smart Cities in Karnataka
Check out the below data to check the status of work in smart cities of Karnataka:-
| City | Total Projects | At Tender Level | Completed Projects | Work in Progress | Allocated Budget |
| Bangalore | 44 | 30 | 14 | Rs 932.1 crore | |
| Devanagaree | 115 | 93 | 22 | Rs 1006.9 crore | |
| Belagavi | 108 | 88 | 20 | Rs 1,140 crore | |
| Mangalore | 62 | 1 | 35 | 26 | Rs 1401.8 crore |
| Shivmogga | 74 | 1 | 61 | 12 | Rs 1151.8 crore |
| Hubbali-Dharwad | 63 | 51 | 12 | Rs 979.3 crore | |
| Tumakuru | 185 | 164 | 21 | Rs 1280.4 crore |
Financial Progress for Smart Cities in Karnataka
A total of ₹1,325 crore was allocated to the six cities on the Karnataka Smart City list. However, the Karnataka government announced a grant of ₹978 crore. This funding was distributed in three phases:
| Phase | Cities covered | Amount granted |
| Phase 1 | Belagavi Smart City Ltd, Devangare Smart City Ltd | Rs 196 crore (Government of India), Rs 200 crore (Karnataka government) for each city |
| Phase 2 | Hubbali Dharwad Smart City Ltd, Mangaluru Smart City, Shivamogga Smart City Ltd, and Tumakuru Smart Cities Ltd | Rs 196 crore (Government of India) for Hubbali Dharwad-Rs 190 crore, Mangaluru-Rs 111 crore, Shivamogga-Rs 111 crore and Tumakuru-Rs 111 crore by state government |
| Phase 3 | Bengaluru Smart City Ltd | Rs 155 crore (Government of India) and Rs 55 crore by state government |
Other Citizen Services on Smart Cities in Karnataka Portal
On the smart cities Karnataka portal, various other services are available:-
- Construction (Building permit)
- Business (Business Permit)
- Water Supply (pipe and drainage connection)
- E-property
- Birth and death certificate
- Property Search
- Property Tax Table
Bangalore Smart City Portal
Bangalore’s Smart City portal was created to provide better services to the public. To make life easier for people and their families, the Bangalore government created the online Bangalore Smart City site. This resolves conflicts between the public and the government. On the website, you can easily track the mission’s progress as well as ongoing projects.
If you want to check the existing or completed project information, then perform the following steps:-
Step 1: Go to the official website of the government of Bangalore @https://blrsmartcity.karnataka.gov.in/english
Step 2: On the left-hand side, click on Sign In
Step 3: Enter email ID, phone number
You have to click on Sign In in the left corner of the screen.
- You’ll then be directly redirected to a new page.
- Lastly, on this page, you must enter your Email ID or Phone No. and log in with the OTP received on the chosen one.OR
- You can simply enter the Mobile no. or Email ID.
- Enter your password in the next text field.
- Lastly, click on Login using Password.
You will then be redirected to the page where you can see all the details related to projects initiated in Bengaluru.
Quantum City Project in Bengaluru
The Karnataka government Karnataka has given approval to land for the proposed Quantum City (QCity) project. The area totals 6.17 acres. It is situated in Hesaraghatta close to Bengaluru. This can be considered part of a larger scheme called”the Quantum Mission. The aim of the mission is to establish the world’s first quantum economy in 2035. Karnataka is determined to become an international leading quantum technology company. The state wants to become one of the leading quantum centers in Asia.
What the Project Includes
The new hub will have several important facilities. It will include advanced laboratories. It will also have production areas for making quantum hardware. A Quantum High-Performance Computing (HPC) Data Centre will be a part of the project. The goal is to bring different groups together. These groups include companies, researchers, and startups. This will help them work together on new ideas.
Location and Impact
The location of QCity is strategic. It is close to Kempegowda International Airport. This location is expected to attract more development. The area may become a key high-tech corridor. The project is a big step for the state. It shows a commitment to science and technology. It will help drive progress and create jobs for young people.
Related Projects
The government has also approved more land for the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS–TIFR). This shows that the state is serious about investing in science and research. This helps to make Karnataka a major hub for scientific innovation.
