DC directs to conduct survey on CMC properties, fence them, protect them

Yadgir City Municipal Council (CMC) Commissioner Rahul Pandve has ordered a thorough survey of all civic properties in the city, followed by the installation of proper fencing and measures to protect them from encroachments. The directive was issued after Pandve personally inspected the current state of municipal assets during a visit to the city along with CMC Commissioner Umesh Chavan and other officials.

Pandve expressed frustration over the poor condition of several properties, which were underdeveloped, unmaintained, and exposed to risk due to inadequate protection.

Speaking to The Hindu, Pandve confirmed that the upcoming survey will determine the exact boundaries of municipal land and ensure physical security for these properties. The survey aims to identify and eliminate existing encroachments while establishing proper legal documentation for each asset. Pandve noted that the city's financial challenges stem from low tax collection due to unpaid dues, which has impeded municipal development projects.

To address this issue, Pandve appealed to residents to pay their property taxes regularly and instructed CMC officials to collaborate with private occupants to recover overdue payments. In order to generate sustainable revenue and modernize local infrastructure, the district administration is actively pursuing the attraction of major commercial establishments such as D-Mart.

Pandve believes that the establishment of large retail hubs would significantly boost tax collection and stimulate economic activity. He directed municipal authorities to prioritize the rejuvenation of public green spaces, particularly gardens, to make them safe, vibrant, and accessible, especially for children and families.