Several projects under Madurai's Smart City Mission, launched in 2015 with 14 projects worth ₹977.55 crore, are reportedly showing signs of neglect years after completion. Issues include poor maintenance, unopened facilities, waterlogging, traffic congestion, and non-functional streetlights, particularly around the Meenakshi Amman Temple area. Shopkeepers and locals have raised concerns about safety and usability, impacting the intended urban transformation goals.