The Smart City Mission in Panaji, Goa, recently pulled an April Fool’s prank on the city’s residents, causing quite a stir. The prank, which was part of a promotional campaign for the Smart City project, involved fake announcements about futuristic technologies and developments that would be implemented in the city. Many residents initially believed the announcements to be true, causing confusion and excitement. The prank was eventually revealed on April 2nd, leaving some residents amused and others feeling misled. The Smart City Mission has since issued an apology for any confusion caused by the prank. Despite the backlash, the incident has generated buzz around the Smart City project in Panaji, highlighting the community’s interest and engagement with the initiative. As Panaji continues its journey towards becoming a Smart City, it is clear that the residents are eager to see innovative changes and improvements in their city. The prank, while controversial, has succeeded in drawing attention to the project and sparking conversations about the future of Panaji. It remains to be seen how this incident will impact the perception and reception of the Smart City Mission in the city.