The Smart City Mission was started by the Indian government in 2015 with the goal of promoting economic growth and sustainable development across all cities. The number of Smart Cities continues to increase, and several have already been implemented under the auspices of the Smart City Mission.
In the same list, Ajmer, a beautiful yet historic city of Rajasthan, was added in 2015. The purpose to do so was to make it run parallel to all other cities in different parts of development, be it infrastructure, road connectivity, bridges, highways, wifi, online portal and much more. But, where Ajmer became famous was the time when Prithvi Raj Chauhan, a historic character lost a battle, and then Ajmer became a famous spot for a number of dynasties.
This particular piece covers in-depth aspects about Smart City Ajmer, its objectives, project status, map of Ajmer and much more. Keep scrolling below to grasp it all.
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About Smart City Ajmer
Smart city Ajmer basically caters to needs of its citizens and their basic necessities at first go with enhanced level of consciousness. This means that the Government launched this initiative for the overall growth and betterment of lives of its citizens, by making their life easier, be it roads, wifi, sewage, etc. this in turn, going to present them with enhanced tranquil atmosphere which is a must for current and future generations.
Objectives of Smart City Ajmer
The major objectives of Smart City Ajmer are as follows:
- To make the lives of current and future generations sustainable.
- To keep the city updated with all current technological advancements, be it fibre network of wifi, smart lights, smart buses, web-applications, online portals and much more.
- To welcome immigrants with utmost peace and ease of livelihood.
- The major objective was to cover Smart City Ajmer with the perspective of serving each and every citizen, be it housewife, children, students, businessman etc.
Project Details of Smart City Ajmer
Projects are presented under the Smart City Mission to gather all the resources and amenities together for improvement. The projects in Ajmer’s smart city fall into three categories: those that have already been finished, those that are in progress, and those whose tender has been requested or approved. The table that follows provides comprehensive information about the projects, the project’s status, and much more.
COMPLETED PROJECTS:
| S.No. | Name of the Project | Agency Implemented the Project | Influence of the Project | Project Undertaken by |
| 1 | Cabling: Power Distribution | ASCL | Continuity of the electrical supply | SPV |
| 2 | EXCAVATOR FITTED WITH A CHAIN | ASCL | Enhanced educational and medical services | SPV |
| 3 | PPP-based social initiatives the Toy Bank | Collectrate, Ajmer | Improved conditions for urban poor residents | Others |
| 4 | Bridge that floats | ASCL | Improved conditions for urban poor residents | SPV |
| 5 | Park construction in Khel Maidan Pragati Nagar | ASCL | Access to outside areas | SPV |
| 6 | Paving of roads | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Mobility and commuting | Others |
| 7 | De-weeding, desilting, and reinforcing the bund | ASCL | Less pollution | SPV |
| 8 | Drain treatment facilities and related services | ASCL | Enhanced sanitary conditions | SPV |
| 9 | Park development, such as fencing, landscaping, sprinklers, and cycle and jogging paths, | ASCL, Municipal Corporation, Ajmer | Keeping ecosystems and open areas intact | SPV |
| 10 | Incorporate rainwater harvesting systems into all public structures and outdoor spaces. | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Preserving and reusing essential resources | Others |
| 11 | Roadside drains that are covered | ASCL | Enhanced sanitary conditions | Others |
| 12 | In the market area, there is a designated vending zone. | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Government and public services that are affordable and responsive to citizens | Others |
| 13 | Frontage enhancements to the storefront and footpath | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Governance and public services that are affordable and oriented towards the citizens | Others |
| 14 | Vehicle tracking and traffic management command centre | DOITC, Rajasthan | Mobility and commuting | Others |
| 15 | PPP-based social initiatives Bank of Books | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Enhanced educational and medical services | Others |
source: smartcities[dot]gov[dot]in
WORK ORDER STAGE
| S.No. | Name of the Project | Agency Implemented the Project | Influence of the Project | Project Undertaken by |
| 1 | Regional center for science | ASCL | Enhanced educational and medical services | SPV |
| 2 | Improvement of the Sewerage System Improvement of STP | ASCL | Improved conditions for urban poor residents | SPV |
| 3 | Restoration and Preservation of a Historic Structure KEM | ASCL | Increasing the local economy and identity | SPV |
| 4 | At the Makhupura Dumping Site in Ajmer, mining of legacy waste and land recovery would be done on a build-operate-transfer basis | ASCL | Improved conditions for urban poor residents | SPV |
| 5 | Ajmer-Jaipur Road Widening From Ambedkar Circle to MDS Tiraha From 4 Lane to 6 Lane | ASCL | Mobility and commuting | SPV |
| 6 | Building of the Medical Block of the JLN Hospital in Ajmer | ASCL | Improved conditions for urban poor residents | SPV |
| 7 | Patel Indoor Stadium renovation New Indoor Sports Complex Being Built in Ajmer | ASCL | Enhanced conditions of living for urban poor | SPV |
| 8 | (From Martindale Bridge-Station Road-Agra) Multi-level Flyover | ASCL | Mobility and commuting | SPV |
| 9 | Urban e-government | Municipal Corporation Ajmer | Government and public services that are affordable and responsive to citizens | SPV |
| 10 | Project management advisory service | ASCL | Public services that are affordable and geared towards the needs of the citizens | City |
| 11 | Waste collection and disposal activities in the city that are technologically advanced and effective include a) 100% | ASCL | Enhanced sanitary conditions | Others |
| 12 | In the Soochna Bhawan’s auditorium | PHED | Increasing the local economy and identity | SPv |
| 13 | A contemporary, multilevel, central bus stop | ASCL | Mobility and commuting | SPV |
| 14 | UWSS Ajmer’s reorganization and rehabilitation under the SMART CITY and AMRUT missions with O&M | ASCL | Dependable water supply | SPV |
| 15 | Old Vishram Sthali’s bird park on the lakefront located in Anasagar Ajmer. | ASCL | Government and public services that are affordable and responsive to citizens | SPV |
source: smartcities[dot]gov[dot]in
PROJECTS FOR TENDER
| S.No. | Name of the Project | Project’s Milestones | Influence of the Project | Project Undertaken by |
| 1 | At JLN Hospital in Ajmer, multi-level parking is being built. | Tender is in process | Mobility and commuting | SPV |
| 2 | 5 locations have had landscaping and beautification done. | Bids Re-invited offers will be accepted through April 30,2020. | Access to outside areas | SPV |
| 3 | The construction of a children’s park in Haribhau Upadhyay Nagar (Extension), on Pushkar Road. Ajmer | Tender is already issued | Government and public services that are affordable and responsive to citizens | SPV |
| 4 | Ajmer’s Integrated Command and Control Center (ICCC) is being upgraded. | On 24.12.2021, a transfer of an advance of Rs. 6.89 was made to the Raj Comp. | Improved protection of residents, especially those from vulnerable populations (women, children and elders) | SPV |
source: smartcities[dot]gov[dot]in
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Map of Smart City Ajmer
The lovely, historic city of Ajmer, which has managed to preserve the richness and culture of ancient India, is seen on the map above. The core of battle heroes, together with their background, tales, and much more, are still present. The administration can maintain the city’s authenticity while also making it more hospitable and livable than before thanks to the Smart City mission. This can be achieved by focusing on some essential requirements like water supply, electricity, walkways, and roads, as well as by renovating some outdated landmarks and institutions of higher learning. You can see the location of Ajmer and its surrounding territories on the map that is attached above. And to achieve all this, broadly three categories of projects which are covered in the above part.
source:researchgate[dot]net
Ajmer Smart City: Citizen Services
On its official website, The Smart City Ajmer offers a number of services to its residents. Online bill payment, birth and death certificates, building plan approval, and property tax payment are a few of the services offered. A component of the website allows users to register complaints and grievances and follow the progress of those issues.
FAQ’s about Ajmer Smart City
Q1. Is Ajmer on the smart city list?
Yes, Ajmer is among 100s of cities chosen in the category of Smart City.
Q2. Why is Ajmer called a smart city?
A smart city’s primary infrastructural components include a sufficient supply of water and energy, solid waste management, public transportation, affordable housing, e-government, and health and education. Under the Smart Cities Mission, Jaipur, Udaipur, Kota, and Ajmer are the four Rajasthani cities that have been chosen.
Q3. Is Ajmer a metro city?
Yes, Ajmer is a metro city, with Patel Nagar Metro Station in its close proximity.
Q4. What is the cost of living in Ajmer?
The cost of living in ajmer lies in the top 1% least expensive city in all over India.
