The list includes 27 cities from 12 Indian states. Maharashtra tops the list with five cities — Aurangabad, Kalyan-Dombivli, Nagpur, Nashik and Thane.
According to the Minister, the total number of participating cities was 63, but it is these 27 cities that were qualified for this financial year.
The cities have passed 3 rounds of competition and were assessed on a basis if a number of factors.
“With this announcement, a total investment of Rs.1,44,742 cr has been proposed by 60 cities under smart city plans,” Venkaiah Naidu told reporters.