Author: Government of Maharashtra
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Government of Maharashtra
Year: 2006
Pages: 376
Subject: Government Document
Sub-Subject: Act
Keyword: Bombay Act
Classification: 340
Shelf: C2R2
Accession No: B561
Contents: Preamble Sections Chap I: Preliminary Chap II: Constitution Chap III: Proceedings of the Corporation, Standing Committee, Transport Committee and Other Bodies Chap IV: Municipal Offices and Servants- Their Appointment and Conditions of Service Chap V: Essential Services Chap VI: Duities and Powers of the Municipal Authorities and Officers Chap VII: Contracts Chap VIII: Municipal Property Chap IX: The Municipal Fund and Other Funds Chap X: Borrowing Powers Chap XI: Municipal Taxation Chap XII: Drains and Drainage Chap XIII: Water Supply Chap XIV: Streets Chap XV: Building Regualtions Chap XVI: Improvement Schemes Chap XVII: Municipal Fire-Brigade Chap XVIII: Sanitary Provisions Chap XIX: Markets and Slaughter-Houses Chap XX: The Transport Undertaking Chap XXI: Vital-Statistics Chap XXII: Licences and Permits Chap XXIII: Power of Entry and Inspection Chap XXIV: Compensation Chap XXV: Penalties Chap XXVI: Proceedings Before Judge, District Judge and Magistrate Chap XXVII: Recovery of Municipal Dues Other than Taxes Chap XXVIII: Control Chap XXIX: Rules, By-Laws, Regulations and Standing Orders Chap XXX: Miscellaneous Chap XXXI: Repeal and Amendment
Abstract: The Bombay Provincial Municipal Corporations Act, 1949 (Bombay Act No. LIX of 1949), as amended until August 21, 2006, governs municipal corporations in Maharashtra. It outlines the structure, powers, and responsibilities of municipal authorities, officers, and employees. The Act covers key areas such as municipal governance, employee services, sanitation, water supply, drainage, taxation, and urban development. It also addresses contracts, municipal funds, regulatory enforcement, penalties, and legal procedures. Ultimately, the Act ensures the effective administration of urban areas, promotes public welfare, and regulates municipal operations in Bombay and its jurisdiction.