Nagpur Mayor Admits Manual Scavenging Persists in City
Nagpur Mayor Neeta Thakre acknowledges many manholes cannot be cleaned mechanically, raising concerns about forced manual scavenging after a worker entered a sewer without safety gear.
Category : Governance
Punjab's Urban Crisis: Governance Gaps Threaten Growth
Punjab faces a critical urban challenge as rapid urbanization exposes governance failures in waste management, water supply, and basic services. With urban population projected to reach 47% by 2036, institutional systems struggle to keep pace with transfo
Nagpur Census 2027 Training for 9,000 Enumerators Begins
Nagpur district launches training for nearly 9,000 enumerators for Census 2027, focusing on digital data collection and house-listing procedures. Training runs until May 8, with self-enumeration option available online from May 1-15.
PCMC Seals 14 Concrete Plants in Pollution Drive
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation sealed 14 Ready Mix Concrete plants for violating pollution norms. Inspections found issues like missing dust control and open storage, with warnings issued to seven others.
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PCMC Mayor Cracks Down on Sewage Pollution in Rivers
Pimpri Chinchwad Mayor Ravi Landge directs officials to identify housing societies discharging untreated sewage into nullahs within 7 days and take strict action, following complaints of Pavana river pollution.
Chandigarh Chief Engineer Warns Officials Over Project Delays
Chandigarh's chief engineer has issued a stern warning to engineering officers for delays in road re-carpeting and other civic projects, threatening disciplinary action to ensure timely completion before monsoon.
Mohali Faces 4-8 Hour Power Cuts During Heat Wave
Mohali residents suffer prolonged power outages of 4-8 hours for four days as PSPCL schedules cuts until April 26 for system upgrades, sparking frustration amid heat wave conditions.
Chandigarh Property Tax Rebates to Boost Revenue
Chandigarh Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar urges residents to pay property taxes by May 31 to avail rebates: 20% for residential, 10% for commercial properties.
PAU Ludhiana Blackout Drill for Emergency Preparedness
A blackout drill will be held at Punjab Agricultural University and Aggar Nagar PSPCL division areas on Friday from 8 pm to 8:15 pm. Authorities urge residents to switch off all lights and avoid using generators or backup systems during the exercise.
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Kochi Vyttila Hub Clears Snake Bushes, Builds Nature Park
Kochi's Vyttila Mobility Hub has cleared wild bushes that created a snake habitat, addressing public safety fears. Construction of a 5.5-acre Nature Park with improved lighting and drainage has begun.
Silk Board Flyover Cuts Travel Time, Creates New Traffic Bottleneck
The new double-decker flyover at Silk Board junction has slashed travel times from 40 minutes to under 10 minutes for many commuters, but traffic congestion is now shifting to the Marenahalli signal in Jayanagar, according to officials.
Bengaluru Census 2027: Enumerator Lapses Threaten Data Integrity
The house-listing phase of Census 2027 in Bengaluru faces severe disruptions due to widespread absenteeism among enumerators, leading to duplication of work, delays, and tripled costs. Officials warn of inconsistent data and have issued show-cause notices
Chandigarh DC Issues Notice to 59 Census Training Absentees
Chandigarh Deputy Commissioner orders show-cause notices to 59 officials for missing a mandatory census training session, emphasizing strict adherence to protocols.
Chandigarh Sector Markets Revamp Announced by Administrator
Chandigarh Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria has announced a comprehensive plan to spruce up sector markets, focusing on infrastructure, cleanliness, and aesthetic improvements to boost local commerce and urban appeal.
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Patiala MC Clears Rs 15 Crore for Flood Prevention, Road Repairs
The Patiala Municipal Corporation has sanctioned a Rs 15 crore project to enhance flood prevention measures and repair key roads, aiming to improve infrastructure and public safety in the city.
IEWG Proposes Data-Driven Social Justice Framework for Targeted Delivery
The Independent Expert Working Group suggests moving from broad resource allocation to targeted social policies using caste survey data to address inequalities from 'bad birth lottery'.
Kolar DC Issues Notices to 8 Officials Over Census Delays
Kolar Deputy Commissioner M R Ravi has issued show-cause notices to eight officials, including six tahsildars, for lapses in census house-listing and poor monitoring of enumerators, citing significant non-participation.
Bannerghatta Road Repair Plans by Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Ltd
Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Ltd (B-SMILE) has initiated plans for comprehensive development of Bannerghatta Road from Hosur Road to Kalena Agrahara Junction, though full repair work remains pending.
Bengaluru Water Supply Disrupted by Technical Fault
Water supply across Bengaluru was disrupted on April 23 due to a technical fault. BWSSB Chairman Ramprasath Manohar V announced immediate repair work with expert teams to resolve the issue swiftly.
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Kochi's Waterlogging Fight: Pumps and Traditional Systems Deployed
Kochi Corporation and Fire Force implement preventive measures including maintenance of 23 pumps and traditional Petti-Para systems to address recurring waterlogging during rainfall.
DMRC Tables Foot Over Bridge Plan for Prashant Vihar Station
Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has submitted a proposal for constructing a foot over bridge at Prashant Vihar station to enhance pedestrian connectivity and safety, pending approval from authorities.
Chennai to Install Image-Based Road Signs on 300 Routes
Greater Chennai Corporation launches a ₹20 crore initiative to install image-based signboards on 300 roads, providing directions, landmark guidance, and safety warnings in accident-prone zones and school areas to improve traffic discipline.
Tamil Nadu Night Power Demand Hits Record 21,060 MW
Tamil Nadu's peak power demand surged to a record 21,060 MW at night, driven by air-conditioner use during hot nights. Total consumption neared an all-time high, with supply met through various sources, though some areas reported interruptions.
Gujarat Govt Departments Defy SC Order on RTI Disclosure
Eleven Gujarat government departments have failed to submit proactive disclosure certificates despite Supreme Court orders and GAD circulars. RTI data reveals less than 1% of public authorities comply.
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Ludhiana MC Spends Rs 2 Crore on Poclain Rentals in 3 Years
The Ludhiana Municipal Corporation has incurred expenses exceeding Rs 2 crore for renting poclain machines over the past three years, raising questions about cost-effectiveness and infrastructure management.
Delhi CM Inaugurates Water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal inaugurated water ATMs in Shalimar Bagh, providing affordable and clean drinking water to residents. This initiative aims to enhance public health and accessibility in the city.
Lucknow Intensifies Census 2027 Preparations for Digital Self-Enumeration
The Lucknow district administration has intensified preparations for Census 2027, focusing on the self-enumeration phase from May 7-21. A multi-pronged strategy involving government departments, educational institutions, and civil society aims to ensure w
Census Data at Risk: Urban Planning Flaws Threaten Reliability
Poor planning and neglect of enumerators in city census operations threaten the reliability of critical demographic data, requiring urgent structural corrections.
Smart Meters Record 84% Higher Power Usage in UP
Paschimanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd reports an 84.24% increase in electricity consumption with smart meters compared to conventional ones, raising questions about meter accuracy and testing protocols.
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AMC: 30% Councillor Funds Unused, RTI Exposes Spending
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation discloses under RTI that 30.1% of funds allocated to councillors in 2024-25 remained unutilized, with activist raising concerns about transparency and questionable expenditures.
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