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Smart mobility has emerged as a critical component of sustainable urban development, aiming to address challenges related to traffic congestion, environmental degradation, and inefficient transportation systems. In India, the rapid pace of urbanization has intensified the need for intelligent and technology-driven mobility solutions, particularly in medium-sized cities that often face infrastructural and governance constraints. Meerut, a rapidly growing city in Uttar Pradesh and part of the National Capital Region (NCR), has been identified under the Smart Cities Mission, making it a relevant case for examining the adoption of smart mobility initiatives. This study investigates public perception, awareness, and willingness to adopt smart mobility solutions in Meerut. Primary data were gathered using a quantitative research approach by giving structured questionnaires to city dwellers from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. The study looks at important elements that affect adoption, such as perceived utility, affordability, ease of use, trust in technology, and institutional support. The results show that the public has a moderate understanding of smart mobility concepts and is more receptive to solutions like smart traffic management systems and app-based public transportation services. However, more sophisticated technologies are met with skepticism because of issues with cost, accessibility, and data privacy. In order to improve public participation and the successful implementation of smart transportation solutions in Meerut, the study identifies important adoption hurdles and offers policy-oriented recommendations. The study provides insights for policymakers and urban planners and contributes to the limited empirical literature on smart mobility uptake in medium-sized Indian cities