New Delhi, Feb 08 : In a significant administrative move, the Delhi government has increased the financial authority of the Municipal Corporation commissioner from Rs 5 crore to Rs 50 crore, a step aimed at accelerating development projects and improving service delivery across the capital.
Previously, proposals exceeding Rs 5 crore required multiple layers of approval first from the Standing Committee and then the Corporation House often slowing the rollout of essential infrastructure works.
Decision aimed at quicker implementation
Officials believe the revised limit will streamline the approval process, allowing projects to move from planning to execution with fewer procedural hurdles. The change is expected to simplify governance while ensuring that public schemes are implemented more efficiently.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the measure reflects the administration’s focus on strengthening local bodies to drive urban development. She noted that prioritising public interest and timely project completion would lead to better resource management and more effective use of taxpayer funds.
Boost for core civic infrastructure
According to the Chief Minister’s Office, the enhanced delegation will support faster progress on critical services such as road construction, drainage systems, sanitation, and community infrastructure. Authorities also expect the move to help clear a backlog of pending works that were delayed due to lengthy approval procedures.
By reducing red tape and granting greater decision making autonomy, the government aims to ensure that development initiatives reach residents without unnecessary wait times marking a push toward more responsive urban administration.