Gurugram, Aug. 11 -- In a push towards a smarter and more sustainable urban environment, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has invited individuals, startups, companies, academic institutions, and civil society organisations to submit innovative and technology-driven ideas to address the city's pressing urban challenges. In an official notice issued this week, MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dhaiya said the initiative is part of the civic body's commitment for "smart, sustainable, and citizen-centric urban development." It aims to tap into a wider pool of ideas to enhance service delivery, improve efficiency, and strengthen citizen engagement. Proposals can be submitted under identified themes: sanitation monitoring; construction and demolition waste processing; stray animal management; utilities monitoring and management for drinking water, sewerage, and stormwater; air quality management; digital infrastructure and smart city technology; waste processing and management; and the development of a unified mobile application for MCG services. Only submissions from entities with experience in the field will be considered, said officials. Applicants are required to submit an Expression of Interest (EoI) with their profile and proposed solution. The last date for submission is August 16, 2025. The move reflects a growing need for innovative approaches that combine modern technology with practical solutions. "This is a step towards collaborative governance where experts can partner with us to build a cleaner and more sustainable Gurugram," it read. Gurugram has undergone rapid urbanisation over the past two decades but continues to grapple with civic issues. Officials say that by crowdsourcing ideas, the civic body hopes to come up with cutting-edge technologies and community-driven models to develop Gurugram. MCG also urged participants to ensure their proposals are not only innovative but cost-effective and aligned with long-term sustainability goals. The civic body hopes this initiative will help in paving the way for Gurugram to emerge as a truly smart and inclusive city....