| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Report Publisher | International Institute for Management Development (IMD) |
| Key Definition | A smart city is an urban setting that uses technology to enhance benefits and mitigate drawbacks of urbanisation. |
| Ranking Parameters | Health and Safety, Mobility, Activities, Opportunities, Governance |
| Top Smart City 2025 | Zurich, Switzerland (AAA rating) |
| Key Highlights | - Middle East cities (Dubai & Abu Dhabi) show fastest improvement. - Singapore slips from 5th to 9th. - Canberra drops from 3rd to 8th. - Swiss cities (Zurich, Geneva, Lausanne) continue to dominate. |
| India's Performance | - Delhi ranks highest at 104. - Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad feature at low ranks. - Challenges include urban infrastructure gaps, governance issues, and mobility systems. |
| Global Shifts | - Middle East cities (Dubai & Abu Dhabi) emerge as strong contenders. - Ljubljana rises from 32nd to 16th. - New entrants in 2025: AlUla, Astana, Caracas, Kuwait City, Manama, San Juan. |
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