Current Context: The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) released the Smart City Index 2025, ranking the world’s smartest cities.

 ABOUT SMART CITY INDEX

• Released by: International Institute for Management Development (IMD), Switzerland
• Definition of Smart City (IMD): An urban setting that applies technology to enhance benefits and mitigate drawbacks of urbanisation for citizens.
• Ranking Parameters: Health and Safety, Mobility, Activities, Opportunities, Governance

 IMD TOP SMART CITIES (2025)

1. Zurich (Switzerland)
2. Oslo (Norway)
3. Geneva (Switzerland)
4. Dubai (UAE)
5. Abu Dhabi (UAE)
6. London (United Kingdom)

 INDIAN CITIES RANKING (2025)

• Delhi – Rank 104
• Mumbai – Rank 106
• Hyderabad – Rank 109
• Bengaluru – Rank 110