Berhampur Municipal Corporation
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Berhampur Municipal Corporation | |
|---|---|
| History | |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Leadership | |
Sanghamitra Dalei | |
E Bibek Reddy | |
Dr. Siddeshwar Baliram Bondar | |
| Seats | 42 |
| Meeting place | |
| Ramalingam Tank Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Brahmapur, Odisha - 760002 | |
| Website | |
| www | |
Berhampur Municipal Corporation (BeMC) is the civic body governing Indian city of Berhampur. Municipal Corporation mechanism in India was introduced during British Rule with formation of municipal corporation in Madras (Chennai) in 1688, later followed by municipal corporations in Bombay (Mumbai) and Calcutta (Kolkata) by 1762.[1] Berhampur Municipal Corporation is headed by Mayor of city and governed by Commissioner.
History and administration[edit]
Berhampur Municipal Corporation was formed in 2008[2] to improve the infrastructure of the town as per the needs of local population. Berhampur Municipal Corporation has 42 wards[3] out of which 18 wards are reserved for General caste women and two wards each for Scheduled Caste women and members from Scheduled Caste community.[4] Each ward is headed by councillor for which elections are held every 5 years. In Berhampur Municipal Corporation elections held in year 2022, Biju Janata Dal won 30 seats, BJP had won 7 seats, Indian National Congress won 1 seat and Independent candidates managed four seats.[5]
Berhampur Municipal Corporation was awarded Swachh Survekshan 2021 towards its efforts in Innovation and Best Practices field.[6]
Berhampur Municipal Corporation is governed by Biju Janta Dal(BJD) with its candidate Sanghamitra Dalei winning the mayoral seat.[5][7]
Siddheshwar Baliram Bondare is the commissioner of Berhampur Municipal Corporation.[8]
Functions[edit]
Berhampur Municipal Corporation is created for the following functions:[9][10]
- Planning for the town including its surroundings which are covered under its Department's Urban Planning Authority .
- Approving construction of new buildings and authorising use of land for various purposes.
- Improvement of the town's economic and Social status.
- Arrangements of water supply towards commercial,residential and industrial purposes.
- Planning for fire contingencies through Fire Service Departments.
- Creation of solid waste management,public health system and sanitary services.
- Working for the development of ecological aspect like development of Urban Forestry and making guidelines for environmental protection.
- Working for the development of weaker sections of the society like mentally and physically handicapped,old age and gender biased people.
- Making efforts for improvement of slums and poverty removal in the town.
Revenue sources[edit]
The following are the Income sources for the Corporation from the Central and State Government.[11][12][13]
Revenue from taxes[edit]
Following is the Tax related revenue for the corporation.
- Property tax.
- Profession tax.
- Entertainment tax.
- Grants from Central and State Government like Goods and Services Tax.
- Advertisement tax.
Revenue from non-tax sources[edit]
Following is the Non Tax related revenue for the corporation.
- Water usage charges.
- Fees from Documentation services.
- Rent received from municipal property.
- Funds from municipal bonds.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ Gupta, Anupam. "City Mayors: Indian Mayors". citymayors.com. Retrieved 29 October 2021.
- ↑ "Locals rue apathy due to delay in GP merger with Berhampur Municipal Corporation". The New Indian Express. 25 September 2021. Retrieved 13 May 2022.
- ↑ "berhampur municipal corporation: Bemc To Build 2k Structures To Aid Rainwater Harvesting | Bhubaneswar News - Times of India". The Times of India. 28 April 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2022.
- ↑ "Mayor post reserved for women in Bhubaneswar and Berhampur municipal corporations". The New Indian Express. 30 January 2022. Retrieved 13 May 2022.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Sanghamitra Dalei becomes second woman to become Mayor in Odisha's Berhampur". The New Indian Express. 27 March 2022. Retrieved 13 May 2022.
- ↑ "Berhampur Municipal Corporation Bags Swachh Survekshan 2021 Award | Odisha". Ommcom News. 20 November 2021. Retrieved 13 May 2022.
- ↑ "BJD's Vivek Reddy is deputy mayor of Berhampur Municipal Corporation". The New Indian Express. 9 April 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2022.
- ↑ "Govt Sanctions 28.4 Crore To Complete Silk City Road Works | Bhubaneswar News - Times of India". The Times of India. 8 May 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2022.
- ↑ "Municipal Corporation - Functions, Roles, Members Qualification and Term". www.elections.in. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "Good municipal governance key to improve quality of life | Pune News - Times of India". The Times of India. 24 February 2017. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ Jadhav, Radheshyam (3 December 2020). "Why civic bodies in India need municipal bonds". www.thehindubusinessline.com. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "Municipal corporations under severe strain as revenues sink: RBI Report". Business Today. 2 December 2021. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "If cities are to deliver better quality life, need to have business models which are sustainable". Financialexpress. 17 May 2022. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
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