Mayor Surprises MC Staff with Early Morning Inspection
Chandigarh Mayor Saurabh Joshi carried out an unannounced early morning inspection of various municipal corporation offices on June 26, 2026, to evaluate staff attendance, office functioning, and public service delivery. The move was aimed at reinforcing discipline, accountability, and citizen-centric governance within the municipal body.
Focus on Attendance, Cleanliness, and Grievance Redressal
During the inspection, Mayor Joshi reviewed attendance records, cleanliness standards, public dealing mechanisms, and the overall working environment across different branches. He personally interacted with officials and employees, while also assessing the efficiency of grievance redress systems and citizen-service operations.
Strict Warning for Laxity and Delayed Attendance
Expressing concern over instances of delayed attendance, Joshi directed all officers and employees to strictly adhere to office timings and maintain the highest standards of professionalism. He reiterated the municipal corporation’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsiveness.
The Mayor warned that negligence, habitual late attendance, and laxity in public dealings would invite strict action as per rules. The surprise inspection underscores the administration's resolve to improve service delivery and restore public trust in the municipal corporation.
