<h1>India Commits to Smart Cities at Hannover Messe 2015; Signs MoUs with German Firms to Boost Urban Development.</h1> At Hannover Messe 2015, the Indian government emphasized its commitment to developing smart cities to address rapid urbanization challenges. The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion highlighted the need for innovative and sustainable urban infrastructure to accommodate India's projected urban population growth. Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between Indian and German companies to foster collaboration in urban development and manufacturing. Notable agreements included partnerships involving Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd., Rajasthan Electronics Instruments Ltd., and Hindustan Machine Tools with various international firms. The event also showcased India's 'Make in India' initiative, aimed at attracting global investment and boosting domestic manufacturing.