MC Chandigarh celebrates World Environment Day
Mayor and Commissioner planted saplings of Ornamental trees at Sarangpur under "Women for Trees" initiative
Chandigarh, June 6:-To mark the occasion of World Environment Day, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh organized a special plantation drive at the Community Center in Sarangpur. The event was celebrated under the banner of “Women for Trees – An AMRUT Mitra Initiative”, emphasizing the crucial role women play in protecting and nurturing the environment.
The City Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla, Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS and councillors including Sh. Ram Chander Yadav, area councilor, Sh. Satinder Singh Siddhu, nominated councillor and other senior officers of MCC planted saplings o…
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MC Chandigarh conducts anti-encroachment drive in sector 34 Green Belt area
Chandigarh, June 4:- In a proactive move to safeguard public spaces and maintain the aesthetic and ecological balance of the city, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today carried out an anti-encroachment drive in the green belt area opposite Sham Mall, Sector 34.
Following the directions of MC Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, the enforcement wing took strict action against illegal parking of cars, motorcycles, and scooters in the green belt — a space reserved for greenery and public recreation. Such unauthorized usage not only causes inconvenience to the public but also damages the environment and violates civic norms.
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MC Chandigarh cracks down on non-compliance with biometric attendance system
Chandigarh, June 6:- Taking serious note of non-compliance in registering for the Aadhar-based Biometric Attendance System, the Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has ordered an immediate freeze on further employee registrations from 7th June, 2025. 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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Prime land freed from encroachments in Manimajra by MC Chandigarh
Chandigarh, June 6:- In a decisive anti-encroachment drive, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today reclaimed prime government land from illegal occupation in Pocket No. 9, Manimajra.
Acting on the clear directions of the MC Commissioner, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, the enforcement team and engineering wing, MCC removed unauthorized dairy structures and 48 illegally constructed huts from the site.
This action was part of the Corporation’s ongoing efforts to clear public land from encroachments and restore it for planned development and public use. The Commissioner had earlier instructed all relevant departments to identify and act against such encroachments without delay or exception.
The drive was carried out smoothly with full support from the local police and enforcement staff of the MCC. Adequate arrangements were made to avoid inconvenience to the general public during the operation.
Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, reiterated that the MCC is committed to maintaining the sanctity of public land and will not tolerate any illegal occupation. He emphasized that strict action will continue to be taken against encroachers and that similar drives will be carried out in other areas of the city in the coming days.
He appealed to the public to refrain from encroaching on public land and to cooperate in maintaining the city’s cleanliness, order, and planned development.