The Finance and Contract Committee (F&CC) of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has approved development works valued at over Rs 20 crore for the city. The approval came during a meeting chaired by Mayor Saurabh Joshi, with Municipal Corporation Commissioner Amit Kumar and other members present.
Scope of Approved Projects
A total of 82 agendas related to development works were placed for approval. The projects span a wide range of civic infrastructure improvements, including strengthening of storm water drainage systems, road and footpath upgrades, development of parks and green belts, water supply augmentation, streetlight installation, public toilet upgrades, sanitation infrastructure construction, and beautification of public spaces.
Key Projects Detailed
Among the notable approvals are the strengthening of the storm water drainage system in village Burail, installation of interlocking paver blocks in internal streets of village Buterla, security enhancements at the SPCA building in Sector 38-West, and repair and reconstruction of footpaths and boundary walls in multiple sectors. Additionally, landscaping and installation of open-air gym equipment in parks across various sectors, repair of walking tracks, replacement and installation of LED streetlights in Sector 20 and 30, and refurbishment of public parks and green spaces were approved.
The committee also approved repairs of public toilets, redevelopment of pedestrian pathways, and installation of paver blocks at several locations, including areas near educational institutions and public facilities.
Formation of Special Committees
During the meeting, it was decided to constitute two separate committees to examine and recommend special agenda items before they are placed before the competent authority for final approval. These committees will ensure that all proposed works comply with Municipal Corporation policies and regulatory guidelines. They have been directed to submit their recommendations on pending items within one week.
Mayor's Statement
Mayor Saurabh Joshi stated that the approvals reflect the Municipal Corporation’s commitment to balanced development across all sectors, villages, and colonies of the city. He added that the projects will strengthen civic infrastructure and improve the quality of life of residents.
