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Affairs reports that 65% of smart
city projects in India now include
intelligent lighting systems, a signif-
icant increase from just 30% in
2018. This approach ensures that
lighting solutions are coordinated
with
other
elements
of
urban
planning, such as transportation,
safety, and landscaping efforts.
Safety remains a crucial area where
lighting
makes
a
difference.
Well-planned street lighting has
played a key role in improving
public security, reducing crime, and
making neighborhoods feel safer.
Large-scale initiatives like Delhi’s
streetlight installation projects have
demonstrated how better lighting
enhances visibility and creates safer
urban spaces.
Sustainability is another driving
force behind these advancements.
The shift towards energy-efficient
alternatives, particularly LED tech-
nology, has significantly reduced
energy consumption and carbon
emissions. The Bureau of Energy
Efficiency (BEE) reports that the
nationwide Street Lighting National
Programme has led to annual energy
savings of over 8 billion kWh and a
reduction of 5.5 million tonnes of
CO₂ emissions since its launch in
2015.
Ultimately, planned lighting systems
are playing an increasingly vital role
in shaping India’s urban landscape.
Their impact goes beyond simple
illumination, influencing everything
from safety and energy efficiency to
aesthetics and functionality. As India
continues its push toward 100 smart
cities, innovative lighting solutions
will be key in creating urban
environments that are well-lit, sus-
tainable, dynamic, and future
-ready.