This panel discussion at the 17th Express Technology Sabha touched upon the interesting and pertinent questions related to investment, sustainability, interoperability and engagement of the citizen in smart cities projects.
“Presently, majority of IT systems are working in silos in cities, they must be integrated and efficient energy management system must be followed,” said Amod Ranade. Renu Budhiraja was of the view that interoperability of the systems and applications would be key part of smart cities project.
On the role of public sector in smart cities, BN Satpathy said that public sector would play major role in infrastructure development in the years to come.
