Chandigarh, January 2: Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, the Governor of Punjab & Administrator, U.T, Chandigarh, today unveiled Municipal Corporation’s Annual Report-2023 and Swacchta themed Calendar for 2024 in the presence of city Mayor Sh. Anup Gupta and Municipal Commissioner Ms. Anindita Mitra, Joint Commissioner Sh Gurinder Sodhi and Chief Engineer N P Sharma.
The Annual Report 2023 highlights the exceptional accomplishments and innovations in various municipal domains. The report showcases the Corporation’s commitment to efficient solid waste and sewage treatment management, the establishment of state-of-the-art infrastructure, fostering a commendable interface between corporations and citizens, and the promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The comprehensive report showcases remarkable achievements and innovations in solid waste and sewage treatment management, infrastructure development, and citizen engagement.
MC Chandigarh’s Calendar for the year 2024 has also been dedicated to Sustainability, Inclusivity, Empowerment of Communities, and Swacchhata. Each month has been assigned a special theme such as RRR, PRARAMBH- One-stop store for sustainable products, Public Conveniences, Safaimitra’s, Waste to Wonder Park, Horticulture Waste plant, Pink MRF, etc.
The Governor of Punjab & Administrator, U.T, Chandigarh Sh. Banwarilal Purohit expressed his confidence that the report would serve as a testament to the unwavering dedication and affirmative action taken by the Municipal Corporation. He emphasized the need to go beyond the achievements attained in 2023 and continue striving for excellence in all municipal sectors.
Mayor Anup Gupta said that, “The Annual Report-2023 is a comprehensive account of the developmental work, welfare activities, and successful implementation of flagship missions of the Government of India throughout the year. It serves as a testament to our commitment to public service delivery, civic infrastructure development, resource mapping and mobilization, preservation of city culture and heritage, and preparedness for future urban challenges. He extended his gratitude to the citizens of Chandigarh for their support in the Swachhta mission and urged them to continue actively participating in this endeavor in 2024.
Municipal Commissioner Ms. Anindita Mitra expressed her enthusiasm in introducing the Annual Report 2023. She said that the report documents the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh’s notable achievements in various spheres of municipal administration and said that noteworthy progress has been made in improving municipal infrastructure, water and sanitation, solid and liquid waste management, roads, green spaces, property tax, fire and safety, culture and sports, employee welfare and social security, capacity building, and empowerment of the underprivileged community.
She further said that the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has been recognized as the best Urban Local Body in the country for Water Resources Management, the best Smart City among Union Territories, and for executing outstanding projects in mobility and e-governance. These awards, received from the Hon’ble Vice President of India and Her Excellency, the President of India, have further bolstered the corporation’s spirit and commitment to public service delivery.
She applauded the entire team for their exemplary accomplishments in social innovation, strengthening and scaling of existing municipal infrastructure, citizen engagement, campaigns for behavioral and lifestyle transformation, community mobilization, social cohesion, and an inclusive approach. Moreover, the corporation has embraced sustainable and inclusive development in line with the principles of the 2030 global agenda, striving to ensure perpetual motion and a circular economy for the city.
The MC Chandigarh Annual Report-2023 serves as a comprehensive overview of the Municipal Corporation’s achievements and aims to inspire and encourage continued progress and citizen participation in the mission of creating a sustainable and prosperous Chandigarh.
