LUCKNOW, July 31 -- The Lucknow Municipal Corporation (LMC) is planning to roll out a smart monitoring system to track and manage more than 2.5 lakh streetlights across the city using digital platforms.

LMC officials said the proposed technology-driven system aims to improve public safety and address recurring complaints regarding non-functional streetlights, especially in residential and public areas.

The system will rely on SIM-enabled technology, enabling each streetlight to send real-time status updates to a central platform accessible by civic teams. If a fault is detected, the system will alert officials instantly for prompt action, officials said.

"We are planning to install control panels at various locations, with each panel c...