The goal of the program is to promote the use of renewable energy in urban areas by providing support to the municipal corporations for preparation and implementation of a road map to develop their cities as solar cities. The objectives of the programme are: to enable/empower Urban Local Governments to address energy
challenges at city - level; to provide a framework and support to prepare a Master Plan including assessment of current energy situation, future demand and action plans; to build capacity in the Urban Local Bodies and create awareness among all sections of civil society; to involve various stakeholders in the planning process; and to oversee the implementation of sustainable energy options through
public - private partnerships.