Jaipur, 3 September (Kiran News) — In a major move ahead of the festive season, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has approved the installation of two lakh LED street lights across urban areas of the state, doubling the original target of one lakh lights proposed in the Budget 2025-26. This decision was taken at the recent Cabinet meeting, with a focus on enhancing night-time safety, energy savings, and smoother traffic management.
Chief Minister Sharma said the government is committed to lighting up every street, neighbourhood, and market in the state. “This is not just about lighting, but a solid step towards building a safer and more modern Rajasthan,” he stated. He directed officials to ensure that work begins before Diwali, so roads across Rajasthan appear brighter during the festival season.
With growing populations and expanding urban areas, modern lighting has become essential for Rajasthan’s 312 urban local bodies. As part of this initiative, old and weak street lights will be replaced with new LED lights in line with the Chief Minister’s vision. The government believes the project will not only improve the appearance of cities but also boost citizens’ sense of security and convenience, help save energy, reduce accidents, and provide a safer environment at night.
The Urban Development Department has been asked to quickly prepare an effective action plan and begin work as soon as possible.
Notably, under the “Shehar Chalo Abhiyan,” new street lights will be installed and non-functional ones repaired in all urban local bodies from 15 September to 2 October. The department has also launched a state-level helpline number, 181, for citizens to register complaints and suggestions related to street lights, water supply, and roads in urban areas.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.