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As countries move from being primarily agrarian economies to industrial and service sectors, they urbanize and contribute to economic development and a high share of GDP. It is for this reason that cities are referred to as the “engines of economic growth” and function as efficient engines critical to our economic development. Massive urbanization leads to some challenges including deteriorating quality of atmospheric air, transportation challenges, urban unemployment, scarcity of resources, inadequate and poor infrastructure, energy shortages, price instability, global environmental concerns and human health concerns.To accommodate this massive urbanization and to face these challenges, India needs smarter ways to manage complexities, reduce expenses, increase efficiency and improve the quality of life.