Affiliations and Recognition of the Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC)

Constitutional and Statutory Foundation

Established under the Bombay Provincial Municipal Corporations (BPMC) Act, 1949, the SMC is a constitutional body under Article 243Q(1)(c) of the Constitution of India. This legal framework grants it the authority to govern and provide essential services to the city of Surat.

National Recognitions and Rankings

Surat has frequently topped the charts in various central government initiatives. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has repeatedly honored the city for its performance in the Smart Cities Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission.

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• Swachh Survekshan: Surat has consistently secured top ranks, including being named the Cleanest City of India (jointly with Indore) in 2023. It also holds the prestigious 7-Star Garbage Free City rating.
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• National Water Awards: SMC has been recognized as the Best Urban Local Body by the Ministry of Jal Shakti for its exemplary water management and sewage treatment practices.

• Urban Transport Awards: The city has received several accolades for its "Best Intelligent Transport System," particularly for its integrated BRTS and city bus services.

International Affiliations and Sustainability

SMC's commitment to global standards is evident in its environmental and financial initiatives.

1. Climate Bonds Initiative (CBI): In 2025, SMC received international certification from the London-based Climate Bond Initiative. This makes Surat one of the few Indian cities to align its green debt securities with international standards, facilitating the issuance of Green Municipal Bonds for sustainable infrastructure projects.

2. Environmental Collaborations: The corporation works closely with international bodies and NGOs to tackle air pollution. It has partnered with TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute) for emission inventory studies and follows guidelines set by the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) to achieve "National Clean Air City" status.
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Educational and Healthcare Affiliations

The SMC also manages high-level professional institutions that provide quality service to the public.

• SMIMER (Surat Municipal Institute of Medical Education & Research): This premier medical college is affiliated with Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU). Its MBBS and Postgraduate courses are recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the Government of India.

• Primary Education: Through its "Nagar Prathmik Shikshan Samiti," SMC manages hundreds of primary schools, ensuring that the right to education reaches the most vulnerable populations in the city.

Financial Credit Ratings

The financial health of the SMC is another area of significant recognition. Major rating agencies like CRISIL and India Ratings (Fitch Group) have consistently assigned high credit ratings (such as AA+ Stable) to the corporation. These ratings reflect a high degree of safety regarding financial obligations and demonstrate the SMC's transparency and fiscal discipline.

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