ULBs must focus on resource mobilisation to improve civic amenities: H.C. Balakrishna
Municipal Administration Minister H.C. Balakrishna has directed urban local bodies to prioritize resource mobilization and tax collection to improve civic infrastructure. He also emphasized the need for strict action against property encroachments and better waste management strategies.
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Improving the financial health and administrative efficiency of local bodies is essential for the sustainable development of urban infrastructure.
Municipal Administration Minister H.C. Balakrishna on Monday directed urban local bodies (ULBs) to accord greater priority to resource mobilisation to ensure better provision of basic amenities, including drinking water, roads, underground drainage, and street lighting.
Presiding over a review meeting on the functioning of ULBs in Mysuru, Chamarajanagar, and Kodagu districts at the Regional Commissioner’s office here, Mr. Balakrishna said that providing basic infrastructure in urban areas was the responsibility of the department.
“Resources are essential for administration. Though the Union and State governments provide funds, ULBs should ensure the timely collection of taxes on local properties and services,” he said.
He directed the Deputy Commissioners to arrange for engineers from the Public Works Department to be given additional charge in ULBs where engineering posts were vacant.
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