Madhyamgram Municipality

VISION Madhyamgram municipality – exploring all its potential, is working towards its total development,touching Social,economic and cultural aspects Giving emphasis on regional importance To ensure long, healthy and meaningful life to all the citizens Extending the vision towards a sustainable development.

CONTEXT During Mughal regime Madhyamgram was known as “Majher Gaon” situated in Anwarpur parganas. After the introduction of the three tire panchayet system in 1978 Madhyamgram panchayet was formed. Madhyamgram municipality was first formed on 7th September 1993. Finally, on 27th may, 1994 present municipality was formed comprising 17 mouzas which were further divided into 23 wards.

DEMOGRAPHY Total area - 21.73 sq. KM. Population – 2001 – 155451 2012 – 209020 (projected) 23 wards – highest population concentration in Wards 2,3,6,21, 22, 23 due to being situated along major transport network. Ward no 11, 12 are less dense for being located in the fringe areas 65 slums with maximum concentration in Ward 10, 15, 19,1, 9,12,14

INITIATING THE DDP Meeting among all Councilors This is an opportunity for capacity building therefore – all staff would be involved in the process DPG and DTG (3) formed – functional delineation of responsibility but, close coordination in decision making – communication was key Building on lessons learnt under CSIP 1c – participatory planning CDS, TCGs, Health Workers, RCVs – extensively involved in community consultations – provided an insight into the houses of residents

THE PROCESS Formal interactions Many informal interactions Launching workshop 1 Sensitization workshop 46 Planning workshop Component 1 – zonal meeting 7 Component 1 – prioritization meeting Component 2 – FGD 5 Component 2 – prioritization Component 3 – workshops Component 3 – prioritization 3 BOC meeting Public validation

THE STAKEHOLDERS Citizens of Madhyamgram Staff across ALL departments of municipality CDS Groups, TCGs, RCVs, SGH members Health workers. Local Trade Associations Informal Sector Workers Pre Primary and Primary School staff NGOs

SURVEYS Primary data collection Technical survey for Component 1 Socio economic survey QSS Economic Survey for LED Citizens Satisfaction Survey School survey Health related survey

OBSTACLES Population pressure: Unplanned city This area is witnessing a fast development due to proximity to Kolkata attracting people from surrounding areas. Unplanned city

FOCUS OF THIS DDP Livelihoods Women’s empowerment Public Health Delivery System Institutional strengthening

1.1 Slum Infrastructure Improvement Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 1: Infrastructure, Land use and Environment Development 1.1 Slum Infrastructure Improvement Plan To ensure better quality of life by providing basic services To ensure maintenance of the asset created Enhance community participation in implementation and monitoring of various programmes

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 1.1 Slum Infrastructure Improvement Plan 5 slums out of 65 already supported by KUSP Remaining slums except 9 being on service lands will be taken up on the basis of QSS 11 slums will be supported from KUSP and 40 slums will be funded from BSUP TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs.2120.65 lac

1.2 Intra Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 1: Infrastructure, Land use and Environment Development 1.2 Intra Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan Ensure water connection to every household Solid waste management Elimination of water logging problem Improving road network

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 1.2 Intra Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan Modernisation of solid waste management system Improvement and construction of roads and drains TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs.2530.60 lac

1.3 Trans Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 1: Infrastructure, Land use and Environment Development 1.3 Trans Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan Conversion of present water supply system to treated surface water Storm water drainage system

IDENTIFIED Proposals 1.3 Trans Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan Construction of a drain at the side of Jessore road Dredging and extension of Banikantha khal Construction of a drain from Barasat municipality to CCI canal Proposal for water perfusion and beautification of Noai Repairing of Kora Panihara road Improvement of a road started from Biswaspara to Barasat via 9 No. rail gate

IDENTIFIED PROPOSALS 1.3 Trans Municipal Infrastructure Improvement Plan Improvement of road from Humaipur to Dakshinpara through Daspara Jessore road widening and road over bridge at Madhyamgram and Barasat Surface water treatment plant at garulia sewing Madhyamgram, Barasat, New Barrackpur Water testing lab Iron removing and Chlorination plant

1.4 Land use Development Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 1: Infrastructure, Land use and Environment Development 1.4 Land use Development Plan Making land available for various uses Enforcement of regulation Development of municipal owned land

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 1.4 Land use Development Plan Construction of an auditorium for indoor games TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 84 lakhs

1.5 Environment Management Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 1: Infrastructure, Land use and Environment Development 1.5 Environment Management Plan Conservation of water bodies Shifting of hazardous industries from residential area Regulation of industrial pollution Spread awareness Ensuring water harvesting

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 1.5 Environment Management Plan (SWM,SANITATION,ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT) Construction of 4 pumping stations to remove the storm water Construction of community latrine Cleaning of drains regularly TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 192.00lac SWM RS 32 Lac SANITATION RS150 Lac ENVIRONMENT RS 10 Lac

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 2: Social and Livelihoods Development 2.1 Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation Implementation of various poverty alleviation programmes of the government Restructuring and empowering of UPE Cell

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 2.1 Livelihood and Poverty Alleviation Vocational training center to facilitate wage employment and self employment. Capacity building of UPE Cell Creation of a help desk for promotion of livelihood Provision for micro financing for unemployed youth TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 100.1 lakh.

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 2: Social and Livelihoods Development 2.2 Local Economic Development Utilisation of local resources Creating infrastructure for local industry Identifying employment opportunities for unorganised workers.

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 2.2 Local Economic Development Development of 3 markets in ward no. (1-5), (9-10), (11-12), (13-14), (14-15-16) Development of KIOSK and marketing center for promotion of SHG products. Implement entrepreneurship development programme Service center on computer application, financial accounting. TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 75 lakhs

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 2: Social and Livelihoods Development 2.3 Health Care Service Delivery Improvement Plan Improvement of existing healthcare system. Reproductive and Child immunization Health Services Health management information system

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 2.3 Health Care Service Delivery Improvement Plan IEC and publication of health related booklets Health care infrastructure improvement Convergence of all govt. programmes Mobile health unit. TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 185 lakhs

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 2: Social and Livelihoods Development 2.4 Primary Education Improvement Plan To attain 85% literacy rate in next 5 years. Reduce dropout rate and achieve universal education Adequate education infrastructure facility.

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 2.4 Primary Education Improvement Plan Timely procurement of furniture, TLM Awareness campaign to check dropout, universal education Operation of adult literacy center Strengthening mid day meal programme Scholarship to deserving students. TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 58.14 lakhs.

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 3: Municipal Institutional Strengthening Plan 3.1 Organisation Development Plan Improving governance and ensuring active participation of the ward committee and CDS Proper manpower planning Skill development of the stuff Capacity Building of the stuff and elected persons

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 3.1 Organization Development Plan Strengthening Ward Committees and CDS Skill development and awareness building of the stuff and elected persons. Visit to other ULBs for sharing ideas. Introduction of performance appraisal system TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs. 21, 52, 750.

3.2 Internal Processes and Systems Improvement Plan DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 3: Municipal Institutional Strengthening Plan 3.2 Internal Processes and Systems Improvement Plan Transition to accrual accounting system Asset and inventory management Generation of management system Improving the quality of service to the citizen and infuse transparency.

Implementation of e – governance Setting up a monitoring cell IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 3.2 Internal Processes and Systems Improvement Plan Implementation of e – governance Setting up a monitoring cell Setting up IT cell Following best practice in water supply and conservancy. TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs.552, 92, 50.

DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 3: Municipal Institutional Strengthening Plan 3.3 Citizens Interface Plan Improve accountability in functioning Grievance redress Participation of the citizen.

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 3.3 Citizens Interface Plan Sharing information Periodic review of citizens feedback on committed citizens charter. Setting up information cell. TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR DDP PERIOD FROM ALL SOURCES = Rs.27, 75, 000.

Enhancing property tax Improving collection efficiency DEVELOPMENT GOALS Component 3: Municipal Institutional Strengthening Plan 3.4 Financial Plan Enhancing property tax Improving collection efficiency Enhancing non tax revenue Levy of user charges Proper asset management Financial control and budgeting

IDENTIFIED PROJECTS 3.4 Financial Plan Various interventions for improvements in Assessment and tax Water charges Advertisement tax License fees Expenditure management All related expenses are included in the administrative cost.

FINANCIAL ALLOCATION Tied fund 3389.76 lakhs 130% of investible surplus 2091.22 lakhs Total 5480.98 lakhs Allocation of investible surplus Component 1 (75%) 1568.41 lakhs Component 2 (20%) 418.24 lakhs Component 3 (5%) 104.57 lakhs Total 2091.22 lakhs

PUBLIC VALIDATION 400 participants at the meeting High degree of interaction Written feedback on DDP document Comments received were largely incorporated either later or had already been included Those comments not included were for reasons beyond the control of the municipality

CONCLUSION Implementation of DDP will enable holistic development of Madhyagram To undo the developmental oversights of the past To prepare Madyamgram to take its just place in the industrial development map of West Bengal

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