TFP Bureau, Raipur, February 28, 2025: Deputy Chief Minister and Urban Administration & Development Minister Shri Arun Saw conducted a comprehensive review of urban bodies’ performance in a high-level meeting today. Held in the committee room of the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly, the meeting was attended by senior departmental officials, including Urban Administration Secretary Dr. Basavaraju S. and Director Shri R. Ekka. Commissioners of all Municipal Corporations and Chief Municipal Officers of Municipalities and Nagar Panchayats joined the discussion virtually.
Emphasizing the importance of Swachh Survekshan 2024, Shri Saw instructed urban bodies to make robust preparations to secure a strong ranking in the national cleanliness survey conducted by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. With survey teams set to commence evaluations in early March, he highlighted ten major parameters, 54 key indicators, and 166 co-indicators critical to assessment. He warned that any negligence in compliance would not be tolerated and sought updates on the bodies’ readiness.
To ensure visible cleanliness in urban areas, he mandated regular cleaning of public and commercial spaces, installation of twin-bin waste systems, 100% solid waste collection and transportation, elimination of CTU/black spots/GVP, and maintenance of back-lanes, drains, and water sources. Performance in Swachh Survekshan 2024 will be reviewed in subsequent meetings, with the state government set to take action against municipalities showing a decline in ranking.
Additionally, Shri Saw directed urban bodies to clear outstanding electricity bills and complete proceedings related to the 15th Finance Commission within stipulated deadlines. He also instructed all municipal bodies to draft and submit city development plans to the Directorate within 15 days in line with departmental guidelines.
The review meeting was also attended by SUDA CEO Shri Shashank Pandey and Additional Director of Urban Administration Shri Pulak Bhattacharya, among other senior officials.
