Governor reviews key urban initiatives
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, July 02 2025:
Amid widespread criticisms alleging government apathy in addressing dilapidated conditions of various thoroughfares, Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday reviewed key urban initiatives, including solid waste management, implementation of property tax, and GIS-based property tax systems in the state.
According to a Raj Bhavan statement, the Governor chaired a meeting at the Raj Bhavan, during which he prevailed upon officials in attendance on the need for timely and effective implementation of aforementioned initiatives, particularly the importance of scientific waste management and transparent tax systems to strengthen governance.
As per the statement, Ajay Bhalla also urged departments to work in coordination and launch awareness drives to ensure public participation.
Senior officials from Imphal Smart City Limited, Planning and Development Authority, and Municipal Administration, Housing and Urban Development (MAHUD) presented updates on the progress of various development works.