Siliguri Municipal Corporation cracks down on illegal hoardings, commissioner says “Nothing illegal will be allowed”
The crackdown follows directions issued by Bengal Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul during her recent visit to Siliguri.
The crackdown follows directions issued by Bengal Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul during her recent visit to Siliguri.
Following the change in regime, the state's administrative priorities and implementation mechanisms have begun reflecting the new government's policy direction.
Mayor Goutam Deb on Friday tabled the Budget of the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) for the financial year 2026-27, proposing an outlay of over Rs 638 crore.
Soon after the Trinamul Congress assumed power at the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC), the issue of expanding the corporation’s jurisdiction came under discussion, as several adjoining areas have gradually transformed from rural belts into urban zones.
With Assembly elections less than a year away, political activities in Siliguri have begun taking a symbolic turn — and this time, the broom has become the new tool of political messaging.
The Siliguri Municipal Corporation runs a free educational support centre called Alor Dishari.
Among the latest initiatives are the newly-launched football and chess academies, catering to both indoor and outdoor sports enthusiasts in Siliguri.
Reacting to Dr Sukanta Majumdar's comment, the deputy mayor, Ranjan Sarkar, has challenged him to provide proof of his allegations.
A section of Siliguri residents has expressed their unhappiness over a few administrative decisions.
The Siliguri Municipal Corporation, led by Trinamul Congress, initiated the removal of illegal squatters at Champasari.
