The Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), led by Municipal Commissioner Dr. Kailas Shinde, has opened a new initiative titled ‘Aapli Navi Mumbai – Aapla Budget’, or, ‘Our Navi Mumbai – Our Budget’, encouraging citizens and organisations to participate in the formulation of the city’s budget for the financial year 2025-2026. This initiative aims to ensure that the budget aligns with the aspirations and needs of the local community, offering residents an opportunity to contribute their ideas for the city’s growth and development.
Dr. Shinde emphasised that the move is part of the city’s broader goal to maintain high-quality urban services and amenities while fostering public involvement. He noted that Navi Mumbai has developed a sense of pride among its residents, with many eager to see their city grow into an even more modern, beautiful, and citizen-friendly place.
The NMMC is calling for suggestions from various sectors, including healthcare, law, real estate, sports, and social organisations supporting the differently-abled, senior citizens, and backward communities. By gathering input from a wide array of sources, the city hopes to create a budget that serves the entire population.
Residents can submit their suggestions by visiting the NMMC headquarters or through digital platforms such as the NMMC website (https://www.nmmc.gov.in/navimumbai/feedback) and the My NMMC mobile app. The deadline for submissions is set for January 17, with the corporation promising to thoroughly review all contributions and involve relevant stakeholders in discussing the most beneficial ideas.
This initiative raises an important question: will the inclusion of citizen input lead to more effective and responsive development? For residents who have long felt disconnected from decision-making processes, this move could be seen as a crucial step toward a more engaged and transparent governance model.
Note: The official link provided for the feedback (https://www.nmmc.gov.in/navimumbai/feedback) seems to be broken as per current update. However, there is another link that could possibly be the correct link (https://www.nmmc.gov.in/feedback). LocalPress will connect with the NMMC and share an update on it shortly.
Last Updated on January 13, 2025 by Staff Reporter
