Flood mitigation measures will be a priority, says new GCC Commissioner G.S. Sameeran
The new GCC Commissioner, G.S. Sameeran, has outlined priorities for flood mitigation and infrastructure projects. A review of the local body's revenue and outstanding debts is scheduled for May 20, focusing on enhancing revenue sources and public-private partnerships. The Commissioner emphasized the importance of maintaining canals and preparing for monsoon conditions while balancing urban beautification with the needs of street vendors.
- ▪The GCC's budget for 2026-27 is ₹1,602 crore.
- ▪A review of the revenue and fund position will take place on May 20.
- ▪Flood mitigation works will be prioritized before the monsoon season.
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The GCC had recorded ₹1,602 crore in its 2026-27 Budget. What will be the steps taken to compensate for past deficits and outstanding contractor debts? There will be a detailed review of the revenue and fund position of the local body on May 20. We will be concentrating on GCC’s own-source revenues and new revenue-generating mechanisms like advertisements and there are upcoming Public-Private Partnership projects in the pipeline. Apart from this, outsourcing bus bays and identifying unassessed or under-assessed properties will also be pursued to sustain the local body’s expenditure. You were formerly the Joint Commissioner (Works).
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