Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Unveils City Civic Centers to Enhance Municipal Services

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated 32 City Civic Centers at Balasinor, Mahisagar, to streamline municipal services. These 'One Stop Shops' aim to simplify access to various civic necessities. Patel also sanctioned Rs 144.32 crores for rainwater harvesting projects across Ahmedabad under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana.

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited Balasinor in Mahisagar district on Saturday to unveil new development works by the state government. As part of this initiative, the Chief Minister inaugurated 32 City Civic Centers, aimed at providing easy access to various municipal services to residents of urban areas. These centers serve as 'One Stop Shops' to streamline citizen-centric services.

The launch of these centers falls under the Golden Jubilee Chief Minister Urban Development Scheme, initiated in 2022-23. The first phase included the opening of City Civic Centers in 22 municipalities, and the second phase will see 66 more centers by 2023-24. Operated by the Gujarat Urban Development Corporation, the project has an estimated budget of Rs 93.76 crore.

Chief Minister Patel kicked off the construction of City Civic Centers in 31 municipalities from Balasinor, with a budget allocation of Rs 44.05 crore. During his visit, Patel also inspected the new facilities and distributed forms and certificates to citizens. These centers offer a range of services, including property tax, hall booking, marriage registration, and trade tax, among others.

In a parallel development, Patel approved Rs 144.32 crores for over 7,000 rainwater harvesting projects in three zones of Ahmedabad under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana. Using a Public-Private Partnership model, the projects aim to enhance groundwater levels by constructing percolating wells in residential and commercial buildings. The funding ratio for these projects will be 70:20:10.

On social media, Patel highlighted the government's planned approach to improving rainwater collection and groundwater levels. The projects span the North West, South West, and West Zones, receiving applications from 7,497 societies.

Patel stated, 'The government is moving forward in a planned way to collect rainwater and raise the groundwater level,' emphasizing the importance of efficient rainwater management in urban areas.