Will make city No. 1 in cleanliness: New Chandigarh Mayor

Making Chandigarh number 1 in cleanliness, completing the pending project of 24/7 water supply and fixing the waste-dumping ground issue will be among the priorities of new Mayor Sarabjit Kaur. She spoke to Sandeep Rana of Chandigarh Tribune after becoming the First Citizen of the city.

The completion of the pending project of 24X7 water supply and bringing a new waste-processing technology will also be my priority.

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Did you expect this result in a close fight with AAP?

With the love of people, the BJP has won all three mayoral seats.

What is your take on AAP’s allegation of favouritism?

We have won by proper voting which was witnessed by all. Whenever an opposing party loses, it has to say something like this.

You are a first-time councillor as well as Mayor. Will it be a challenge for you?

I am not totally new in public life. I have been looking after ward works in the absence of my husband (former councillor Jagtar Singh Jagga).

How will you manage a smooth running of the House?

For development of the city, I will take along all councillors whether they are of the Congress or AAP.

What are your priorities?

I will work on taking Chandigarh to the number 1 position. The completion of the pending project of 24/7 water supply and bringing a new waste-processing technology will be my priority. Besides, the development of villages will remain a focus area.

What new works do you intend to carry out as Mayor?

I will first sit with party leaders, councillors and officers to plan things.

Will you impose new taxes?

We will not impose new taxes. We will also review the water tariff hike.