ULBs told to credit public reps devpt works on plaques
Yogi Adityanath
's directions to acknowledge the contribution of public representatives in development projects, the department of urban development on Monday issued directions to all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) regarding the installation of foundation stones and inauguration plaques for development projects funded under departmental schemes and Finance Commission grants.
The new guidelines state that it is mandatory to prominently inscribe the names of key public representatives, including the CM, minister for urban development and the MLA of the respective area on every such plaque. The order of names is to follow the sequence of seniority, from CM to UP Minister, MLA and then the mayor in the case of nagar nigam or chairperson in the case of nagar palika parishad or Nagar Panchayat. It has been specifically instructed that the names of the MLA and the mayor or chairperson must be displayed in the same font size to ensure uniformity and fairness in presentation.
TOI reported on Saturday that the CM is taking special care to ensure that the work of public representatives is highlighted among the public and that their suggestions on projects are prioritised, as they act as a bridge between govt and the public. The regular missives to officers to take public representatives into confidence in the recent past also stem from several complaints by public representatives, alleging that officers do not take them seriously, misbehave with them, and ignore their calls and letters.
It has also been said that the plaques will exclusively feature the names of elected representatives. The names of govt officials, including municipal commissioners, executive officers or other departmental personnel are not to be included on these displays.
The department has emphasised that all public representatives must be invited with full respect and protocol to attend any foundation stone laying or inauguration ceremonies related to such projects.
"Their dignified presence is vital in fostering a sense of community ownership and democratic engagement," the ULBs have been told.
Principal secretary, UD, Amrit Abhijat said: "The CM has clearly directed that the leadership and active participation of urban public representatives must be visibly and respectfully acknowledged. These measures not only uphold protocol but also honour democratic process."
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