Gujarat cabinet approves ‘wire-free city mission’; ₹500 crore allocated for first phase
The Gujarat state cabinet has approved a ₹500 crore 'Wire-Free City Mission' to move overhead power lines underground in urban areas by 2030. The initiative aims to improve urban aesthetics, public safety, and infrastructure resilience against extreme weather.
Why it matters
This infrastructure project represents a significant effort to modernize urban power grids and mitigate risks associated with climate-related disasters.
The Gujarat Cabinet on Wednesday (June 3, 2026) granted in-principle approval to the ambitious ‘Gujarat Wire-Free City Mission’, a statewide initiative aimed at shifting overhead electricity distribution lines underground across urban areas by 2030.
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