6 days ago
NMC chief issues notices to 5 officials
Nagpur: Despite a blanket ban on hawkers on Sitabuldi Main Road and their relocation to Maharajbagh Road, many vendors returned to set up stalls on the banned stretch on May 25. The hawkers' act, violated instructions issued by top civic officials, has prompted immediate action from the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC).
Municipal commissioner Abhijeet Chaudhari on Monday issued show cause notices to five senior officials, questioning their failure to enforce the orders. Those served notices include two assistant municipal commissioners (Dharampeth zone and encroachment dept), and a superintendent (enforcement dept). The officials have been asked to explain why disciplinary action should not be initiated against them under the Maharashtra Civil Services (Conduct) Rules and the Maharashtra Municipal Corporations Act, 1949.
According to the notice, multiple instructions were issued earlier to ensure no hawkers return to the Sitabuldi Main Road. However, their reappearance indicates a serious lapse in supervision and enforcement. The civic body has warned of strict disciplinary action if satisfactory explanations are not submitted within three days.
