Municipal Corporation Kanpur, Street Lighting Department single-handedly makes lighting arrangements in the roads and streets of the city. The main responsibilities of the department are as follows:-

• Installation of street lights in different areas of the city.
• Regularly inspect and maintain street lights to ensure proper functioning.
• Prompt repair of damaged or broken street lights.
• Replacing old street lights with new and energy-efficient lights.
• Using latest technologies and equipment to improve energy efficiency.
• To monitor and manage energy consumption of street lights.
• Prompt resolution of street lights related complaints by citizens.
• Operation of online or telephonic grievance redressal system.
• To provide proper lighting on major roads, streets, parks and public places. Responding quickly to emergency situations, such as restoring street lights during power cuts.
• Planning and installation of street lights in newly developed areas of the city.
• Planning for expansion of street lights keeping in mind future growth.
• To coordinate with other departments and agencies, such as the electricity department and the traffic department, for proper operation of street lights.