New Delhi : The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has notified the appointment of Lok Sabha MP Bansuri Swaraj as a member of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).Bansuri Swaraj, daughter of the late BJP stalwart Sushma Swaraj, currently represents the New Delhi constituency in the Lok Sabha.
This appointment follows Bansuri Swaraj's electoral debut from the New Delhi seat, succeeding Meenakshi Lekhi, who held the position for the past decade but was not included in the BJP's candidate list for the upcoming elections.The MHA made the declaration to appoint Bansuri Swaraj as a member of NDMC in a notification issued on July 3 evening.
A member of the NDMC plays a significant role in the governance and administration of the New Delhi municipal area. The NDMC members contribute to the formulation and implementation of policies related to urban planning, including land use, zoning regulations, and infrastructure development.
The members of the NDMC are also responsible for overseeing the provision and maintenance of essential public services such as water supply, electricity, sewage, and waste management. They ensure that these services are delivered efficiently and meet the needs of the residents.
Ensuring public health standards are met by overseeing sanitation services, managing healthcare facilities, and implementing public health campaigns are also among the key responsibilities of an NDMC member.
Supervising the management of municipal schools and welfare programs aimed at improving the quality of life for residents, including schemes for marginalized communities, as well as enforcing building codes, health regulations, and other municipal bylaws to ensure orderly development and compliance with legal standards, are other responsibilities of the NDMC members.
Participating in the budgeting process, approving expenditures, and ensuring financial discipline within the council's operations are other key focus areas of NDMC members, along with serving as a liaison between the citizens and the council, addressing public grievances, and ensuring that the concerns of the residents are heard and addressed in council meetings.
Encouraging public participation in municipal governance through community meetings, consultations, and feedback mechanisms are other major responsibilities of an NDMC member.
By fulfilling these roles, NDMC members contribute to the overall development, maintenance, and governance of New Delhi, ensuring it remains a well-managed and vibrant urban area.