Written By
Ruchika Mandora
Chandigarh is one of the top 10 greenest cities in India. The tree cover kept Chandigarh from becoming a concrete jungle, a fate that has befallen other Indian cities.
Mysore is the most "green and clean" city in India, despite being the third most populous city in Karnataka. Due to its cultural legacy and strategic location, it is one of the most well-planned cities.
The Diu Smart City is the first city in India to operate entirely on renewable energy throughout the day.
Gandhinagar, a city on the banks of the Sabarmati River that is remarkably planned and one of the greenest in India,
Mangaluru is Karnataka's principal port city. Mangalore, one of India's dirt-free cities, was chosen as one of PM Narendra Modi's 100 Smart Cities.
Jamshedpur, known as "Steel City," is one of India's most industrial cities, but Jamsetji Tata's goal for a green city made it surprisingly green.
For the fourth consecutive year, Indore, the largest and most populous city in Madhya Pradesh, has boastfully held the title of "cleanest city in India."
The long travel from the airport to the city explains why Guwahati is on this list. The state has maintained its natural woodlands throughout the course and across the city.
Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala, "God's own country". Trivandrum, "The city of the snake deity," is a clean city on seven hills named after the holy serpent Anantha.
Himachal Pradesh's capital, Shimla, is Northern India's most famous hill station. Shimla is one of India's best-planned cities, surrounded by beautiful hills and magical forests.
Thiruvananthapuram is the capital of Kerala, "God's own country". Trivandrum, "The city of the snake deity," is a clean city on seven hills named after the holy serpent Anantha.
The capital of Andhra Pradesh is Vishakhapatnam. With the only natural harbour on India's eastern coast, Vizag is also known as the Jewel of India's eastern coast.
Nagpur is one of the most significant commercial hubs in Maharashtra. It is also an advanced city with a substantial amount of greenery. Nagpur, known for its oranges, attracts tourists.