New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- The Delhi Government has significantly enhanced the financial powers of the Municipal Commissioner, with the official now authorised to approve projects and schemes costing up to Rs 50 crore at their own level.
Officials stated that this measure is expected to substantially expedite the decision-making process and ensure the timely completion of works related to essential civic amenities, enabling faster delivery of benefits to the public.
At present, the Municipal Commissioner is empowered to approve projects only up to Rs. 5 crore. Projects exceeding this amount required approval from the Standing Committee of the Corporation, followed by final clearance from the House of the Corporation.
This multi-tiered approval...