In a major move toward digital governance, the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has announced that all its employees must use the Aadhaar-based biometric attendance system starting November 1, 2023. This mandatory implementation marks a significant shift from traditional attendance methods to a more technologically advanced approach.
New Digital Attendance Protocol
The new system requires municipal employees to register their biometric data linked with their Aadhaar cards. This initiative aims to bring greater transparency and efficiency in tracking employee attendance across various departments of the Municipal Corporation.
According to official sources, the system will help eliminate issues like proxy attendance and time manipulation that were possible with manual attendance registers. The Aadhaar-enabled biometric devices will be installed at all major entry points of municipal offices and facilities.
Implementation Timeline and Process
The Municipal Corporation has set a clear timeline for the rollout of this system:
- All employees must complete their Aadhaar-biometric registration by October 31
- The system becomes mandatory from November 1, 2023
- Training sessions are being conducted for staff adaptation
- Help desks have been established for registration assistance
Benefits of the New System
The Aadhaar-based biometric attendance system offers several advantages:
- Enhanced Accountability: Real-time tracking of employee presence
- Reduced Malpractices: Elimination of proxy attendance and time theft
- Automated Records: Digital maintenance of attendance data
- Cost Efficiency: Reduction in administrative overhead
- Transparent Governance: Improved public service delivery
This move aligns with the central government's Digital India initiative and represents Chandigarh's commitment to embracing technology for better urban management. The system is expected to streamline workforce management and ensure that municipal services operate with optimal staff presence.
Employees who face technical issues during the transition period have been assured of support from the IT department. The Municipal Corporation has also issued detailed guidelines regarding the registration process and usage of the new attendance system.
