The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), also known as the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, is India's wealthiest municipal body. Governing India’s financial capital, it has an annual budget surpassing many state governments. However, despite its massive funding, BMC has long been synonymous with corruption, inefficiency, and poor infrastructure. Mumbai’s roads, waterlogging issues, and never-ending construction projects highlight systemic mismanagement. Recent controversies, including the demolition of religious structures without notice and shoddy construction work, have further eroded public trust. This article explores BMC’s history, budget allocations, spending patterns, and the deep-rooted corruption that plagues the organization. BMC: A Brief History Established in 1888, BMC is one of India’s oldest municipal bodies, responsible for Mumbai’s civic infrastructure, public health, roads, and sanitation. Over the years, it has grown into a behemoth, handling thous...
Vivek Trivedi
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