MC Chandigarh conducts anti-encroachment drive in Sector 22
Chandigarh, July 2:- The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh carried out a major anti-encroachment drive today in Sector 22. The operation focused on the outer mobile market, Shastri Market (22D), and the area near Kiran Cinema.
Following the directions of Municipal Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, the enforcement team carried out the drive and issued 52 challans to violators during the drive. Illegal vendors occupying public corridors were removed to ensure free and safe pedestrian movement. The drive aimed to reclaim public spaces and maintain order in the market areas.
The Municipal Corporation has reiterated its commitment to keeping public areas encroachment-free and ensuring better civic amenities for residents and visitors. Similar drives will continue across the city in the coming weeks to discourage illegal encroachments.
The MC appeals to all vendors and shopkeepers to cooperate and adhere to the civic norms.
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Commissioner strictly orders concerned DDOs to release salaries of employees as per biometric attendance
Chandigarh, July 2:- Taking serious note of non-compliance in marking attendance through the Aadhar-based Biometric Attendance System, the Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has ordered the concerned DDOs to release salaries of all employeesas per biometric attendance. This decision is aimed at identifying and eliminating ghost employees and ensuring accountability among the workforce.
Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, the Commissioner emphasized that strict adherence to the biometric attendance system is mandatory, with no relaxation granted to any employee who fails to comply with the established norms. The biometric system has already been integrated with the salary disbursement process, linking attendance data directly to employee remuneration.
In a move to further tighten administrative oversight, the Commissioner has instructed the Accounts Branch to compile and submit detailed information on each employee. This includes the exact monthly salary, allowances, or any other payments being drawn from the MCC. The intent is to establish transparency in financial transactions and verify that only genuine, active employees are on the payroll.
The Commissioner reiterated the Corporation’s commitment to improving administrative efficiency and eliminating irregularities in the system. He stated that all employees are expected to maintain regular attendance and ensure their Aadhar-based registration is active and operational, as it directly impacts their salary release.
With this directive, the MCC aims to uphold discipline, enhance transparency, and ensure that public funds are being utilized responsibly. All departments have been instructed to comply with the order in letter and spirit.
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MC Chandigarh takes action against use of banned plastic at Apni Mandi, Sector 29
Chandigarh, July 2:- In a surprise inspection conducted at Apni Mandi, Sector 29, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh took strict action against vendors using banned plastic carry bags.
Following the directions of MC Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, a team of Sanitary Inspectors, led by Joint Commissioner Sh. Himanshu Gupta, issued 21 challans to violators found in possession or use of single-use plastic bags, which are strictly prohibited under environmental regulations.
The Municipal Corporation is committed to promoting sustainable and eco-friendly practices across the city. Vendors and shopkeepers are urged to avoid the use of banned materials and adopt environment-friendly alternatives.
Such inspections will continue to ensure strict enforcement of plastic ban norms. The MC appeals to the public and market vendors to cooperate in keeping Chandigarh clean and green.