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MCL760__Mini_Project
MCL760__Mini_Project
MCL760__Mini_Project
Bhubaneswar
Ishan Jain
2020ME10938
June 12, 2024
1 Introduction
This report explores the sustainable urban development project implemented in the
Satyanagar neighbourhood of Bhubaneswar, India. The project aims to transform the
area into a green, smart neighbourhood as part of the Smart Cities Mission by the Govern-
ment of India. The focus is on integrating urban planning, environmental sustainability,
smart technologies, and social inclusivity.
2 Project Overview
Location: Satyanagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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population and faces typical urban challenges such as traffic congestion, inadequate waste
management, and limited green spaces.
Key components:
• Smart infrastructure
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• Commercial Spaces: 100,000 sq. ft. of commercial space for shops, offices, and
co-working spaces. Details: Encourages local entrepreneurship and provides job
opportunities within the community.
• Green Spaces: Development of parks with native plant species to promote bio-
diversity and reduce heat islands. Details: Enhances urban ecology, supports local
wildlife, and provides natural cooling effects.
• Smart Grids: Efficient energy distribution and management reducing energy loss
by 15%. Details: Ensures stable power supply and efficient energy use, adapting to
consumption patterns.
• Smart Lighting: 500 LED streetlights with motion sensors to optimize energy use,
reducing consumption by 40%. Details: Increases public safety while conserving
energy through adaptive lighting.
• Mobile App: For residents to access city services, report issues, and receive up-
dates, with 70% adoption rate among residents. Details: Enhances communication
between residents and city officials, improving service delivery.
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3.4 Social Inclusivity
Ensure redevelopment benefits all residents, including marginalized groups, by providing
equitable access to resources and opportunities .
• Affordable Housing: 300 units reserved for low-income families. Details: Ad-
dresses housing affordability and prevents displacement of lower-income residents.
• Employment Programs: Vocational training for 500 residents and job opportu-
nities for 200 individuals. Details: Enhances local skills and creates employment,
boosting the local economy.
• Surveys and Consultations: Gather input from over 2,000 residents on project
plans. Details: Ensures that development plans reflect the community’s needs and
desires.
• Workshops: Monthly workshops educating residents about the benefits and fea-
tures of redevelopment. Details: Empowers residents with knowledge about sus-
tainable living and smart technologies.
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4.3 Operational Phase
• Monitoring: Continuous assessment of infrastructure performance and resident
satisfaction.
• Maintenance: Regular upkeep of green and smart infrastructure.
5 Project Timeline
2022: Planning Phase
Q1-Q2 : Conduct feasibility studies, engage stakeholders, and develop a comprehensive
project plan.
Q3-Q4 : Secure funding, finalize designs, and begin initial site preparation.
2024: Mid-Implementation
Q1-Q2 : Construct residential units and commercial spaces, integrate green spaces and
parks.
Q3-Q4 : Implement renewable energy solutions, including solar panels and rainwater
harvesting systems.
6 Risk Management
6.1 Risk Identification
• Financial Risks: Budget overruns, funding shortages. Operational Risks: Delays
in construction, technology failures.
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• Environmental Risks: Natural disasters, unforeseen environmental impacts.
• Social Risks: Engage with community leaders, conduct regular public consulta-
tions, implement inclusive planning processes.
• Community engagement has been strong, ensuring resident buy-in and support.
7.2 Recommendations
• Scalability: Consider expanding similar projects to other neighborhoods in Bhubaneswar
and other cities.
• Policy Advocacy: Advocate for supportive policies at local and national levels to
facilitate similar projects.
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8 Conclusion
The sustainable urban development project in Satyanagar, Bhubaneswar, demonstrates
the application of modern project management practices in creating a green, smart neigh-
bourhood. The project’s success highlights the importance of strategic planning, com-
munity involvement, and sustainable practices in urban development. By addressing
financial, operational, environmental, social, and regulatory risks, the project provides a
model for future urban redevelopment initiatives.
9 Appendix
Budget
Component Details Amount/Size Allocation
(INR)
Residential
Mixed-income housing 1,000 units 100 crore
Units
Affordable Housing for low-income
300 units 30 crore
Housing Units families
Commercial Shops, offices, co-working
100,000 sq. ft. 50 crore
Spaces spaces
Recreational areas with
Parks 5 parks, 20 acres 30 crore
native plant species
70% coverage, 5 MW
Solar Panels Rooftop installations 50 crore
power annually
Rainwater Collection and storage 10 million liters
20 crore
Harvesting systems annually
Smart LED lights with motion
500 units 10 crore
Streetlights sensors
Efficient energy 15% reduction in
Smart Grids 60 crore
distribution systems energy loss
Traffic
Real-time data to manage 25% reduction in
Management 20 crore
traffic flow traffic delays
System
Community Inclusive public areas for
3 centers 20 crore
Centers social interaction
Vocational Job opportunities and skill
500 residents 10 crore
Training development
Resident engagement
Public
activities and feedback 2,000 participants 50 crore
Participation
systems
References
[1] Government of India, Smart Cities Mission. https://smartcities.gov.in/
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[2] PwC India. (2019). Smart Cities in India: Framework for ICT Infrastructure. Re-
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[3] TERI. (2020). Sustainable Urban Development in India: A Review of Smart City
Bhubaneswar. Retrieved from TERI
[4] Planning Commission, Government of India. (2013). Twelfth Five Year Plan
(2012–2017): Faster, More Inclusive and Sustainable Growth. Retrieved from Plan-
ning Commission
[5] Rao, K. H., & Tewari, V. K. (2018). Smart City Projects in India: Performance and
Potential. International Journal of Urban Development, 14(2), 123-137.