Srinagar Smart City Project Faces Backlash After Dal Lake Footpath Collapse By: Javid Amin | Srinagar | 30 July 2025 When “Smart” Turns Unsafe: A City’s Vision Undermined by Shoddy Execution In a disturbing turn of events, Srinagar’s Smart City project—once hailed as a symbol of modernization and eco-urban living—is now being accused of compromising public safety and environmental health. The latest flashpoint? A portion of the newly renovated footpath near Ghat No. 17 on Boulevard Road collapsed straight into Dal Lake, narrowly missing pedestrians and sparking public outrage. Footpaths…
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