Author: Municipal Corporation of Greater Bombay

Place: Bombay

Publisher: Indian Express

Year: 1999

Pages: 32

Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai

Sub-Subject: Bombay

Keyword: Citizens’ Charter, Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, Public Services, Empowerment, Collaboration, Praja Foundation

Classification: 380.85

Shelf: C1R5

Accession No: B58

Contents: Introduction Foreword The Solid Waste Management Department The Waterworks Department The Storm Water Drain’s Department Road Maintenance The Public Health Department BEST/ The Traffic Department The Licence Department The Environmental Department The Education Department The Sewerage Operations Department Complaint Procedure Appendix What you can do

Abstract: The *Citizens Charter of the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM)* is a guide designed to promote transparency, accountability, and active citizen participation in municipal services. It outlines the roles, services, and commitments of key departments such as Solid Waste Management, Waterworks, Roads, Public Health, Traffic (BEST), Licensing, Environment, Education, and Sewerage. The Charter defines service standards, timelines, and complaint procedures, enabling citizens to access and monitor public services effectively. It also includes an appendix with tips on how citizens can support better urban management. The document reinforces MCGM’s commitment to responsive and participatory governance.