Rishi takes over as MC Commissioner

Sandeep Rishi assumed charge as the new Municipal Corporation Commissioner today.

Addressing the media on his first day, the MC Commissioner acknowledged the key challenges facing the city, including cleanliness and sewerage issues

Outlining his priorities, Sandeep Rishi emphasized the need to bring transparency and accountability to the functioning of the corporation. He also said his priority was to ensure corruption-free services in departments like property tax and the building branch

"Transparency and corruption-free governance will be my priority," Rishi said. He also highlighted the importance of financial stability, stating that the corporation would work towards becoming self-sufficient to ensure smooth functioning of all departments, and efforts will be made towards the same.

Recognizing the city's ongoing cleanliness problems, Rishi said solid waste management and sanitation would receive immediate attention. “Cleanliness is an issue, and it will be dealt with on priority,” he said.