Installation of new decorative poles for city beautification – Rs 50 lakh
Construction of a Solar Park – Rs 25 crore
Purchase or lease of land for the Solar Park – Rs 25 crore
Establishment of EV charging stations – Rs 1 crore
Installation of new traffic signals – Rs 3 crore
Cleaning of water fountains across the city – Rs 90 lakh
Rainwater harvesting systems in municipal schools and buildings – Rs 50 lakh
Four Sports Science Centres within municipal limits – Rs 4 crore
Development of City Central Park – Rs 10 crore
Five wells for Ganapati immersion – Rs 2 crore
Construction of multi-level parking facility – Rs 1 crore
Development of encroachment-free roads on DP Road – Rs 20 crore
Enhancing the quality of life of transgender citizens – Rs 20 lakh
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Weekly Markets to be closed
While presenting the budget, the municipal Commissioner G Sreekanth on Wednesday announced that weekly markets at Chikalthana, Jafar Gate, and Shahanurmiyan Dargah will be closed. He explained that these markets caused traffic congestion, accidents, disputes, and significant uncleanliness. Henceforth, the concept of weekly markets will be discontinued. Vegetables will be sold in existing municipal vegetable markets, and new galas (shops) will be constructed at certain locations.
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Focus on Comprehensive City Development
The municipal corporation G Sreekanth said, “The administration has prepared the budget keeping in mind overall city development. Soon, there will be abundant water supply, and new large industries are coming to the city. The budget emphasises using cutting-edge technology to improve municipal operations. Initiatives will also include environmental projects, tourism, and hawker zones, while financial resources will be strengthened effectively.”
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Well-planned budget
The standing committee chairman Anil Makariye said,“The civic chief G Sreekanth presented a good budget on Wednesday, and I congratulated him in the meeting. After reviewing the budget, we will consider whether additional innovative schemes can be included in consultation with the standing committee members.”