Modern Surat: A Rising Star in Urban India
Modern Surat: A Rising Star in Urban India 🌟 Introduction: Why Modern Surat Deserves the Spotlight Once famed primarily for its diamond polishing and textile industries, Modern Surat has transformed into one of India’s fastest-growing urban centers. Ranked consistently among India’s top smart cities, Surat is leading in sustainability, digital governance, urban infrastructure, and economic diversity. From being a trade hub to becoming a model for modern urban planning, Surat's journey offers a blueprint for other Indian cities to follow. Let’s explore how Modern Surat is redefining urban development in the 21st century. 🏗️ 1. The Transformation of Surat: From Trade Town to Smart City Surat’s history as a prosperous port city goes back centuries. However, its modern transformation began with strategic urban planning and investment in smart technologies. Surat was ranked 2nd in the Smart Cities Mission by the Government of India and topped charts in Swachh Bharat Abhiyan mult...