Assessing vulnerability and capacity of Bhubaneswar as a progressive smart-city: An empirical case study of Fani cyclone impact on the city

This study aims to assess the vulnerability and capacity of Bhubaneswar, India's first smart-city, most recent extremely severe cyclonic (ESC) storm ‘Fani’ which ravaged city on May 3, 2019. After 2 weeks its impact, this conducted a household survey in central part Bhubaneswar (comprising different wards), where smart-city projects were implemented ongoing. Survey questions categorized into Social & Human, Financial, Physical, Smart-city factors their corresponding indicators chosen through literature review some modified based local conditions. A total 22 40 used calculate index. The result indicates that overall overweighs during Fani cyclone. Specifically, was more vulnerable Financial factors, whereas capable smartly prepared for cyclone context Human Physical factors. mitigating impact project area applauds step taken by government preparation such an extreme event. realizations these results will help further improve disaster management plan with important infrastructural modification highlighted study.