Nagar Nigam Jaipur: An In-Depth Overview of Jaipur Municipal Corporation
Introduction
Also known as Jaipur Municipal Corporation (JMC), Nagar Nigam Jaipur is the main administrative body on which the functioning of this capital city depends. From infrastructure to citizen services, this organization performs numerous crucial functions integral to the smooth daily functioning of the city. Headed by the mayor, JMC comprises 250 wards, each with its own elected body of members and divided into two zones, namely Heritage and Greater Jaipur. This article is an overview of Nagar Nigam Jaipur and its services.
Nagar Nigam Jaipur Zones
Nagar Nigam Jaipur comprises 250 wards with the Heritage ward housing 100 and Greater Jaipur Zone housing 150 wards. The wards in each zone are divided into five wards each for convenience.
Heritage Zone
| Zone name | Wards covered |
|---|---|
| Amer | No. 1 to 4 |
| Hawa Mahal | No. 5 to 30 |
| Civil Lines | No. 31 to 54 |
| Kishanpole | No. 55 to 75 |
| Adarsh Nagar | No. 76 to 100 |
Greater Jaipur Zone
| Zone name | Wards covered |
|---|---|
| Vidhyadhar Nagar | No. 1 to 42 |
| Jhotwara | No. 43 to 64 |
| Sanganer | No. 65 to 103 |
| Bagru | No. 104 to 124 |
| Malviya Nagar | No. 125 to 150 |
Nagar Nigam Jaipur Functions and Projects
The functions and projects undertaken by the administrative body of the capital city of Rajasthan are as follows:
Infrastructure Development
Heritage buildings form a very important part of Jaipur’s infrastructure and also facilitate tourism. Therefore, maintenance and upkeep of these historic buildings is a key function of this body. This involves taking measures to improve the appearance of these buildings and their surroundings for a visually pleasing and uncluttered experience.
Cleanliness and Sanitation
Being tourist spots experiencing high footfall, heritage sites are bound to get dirty. It is the responsibility of Nagar Nigam Jaipur to clean and maintain these buildings and the surrounding areas. The corporation’s efforts of ensuring optimal cleanliness and sanitation in and around heritage premises enable the visitors to have the best experience.
Citizen Services
Nagar Nigam Jaipur has a website that enables the locals to avail various government services. Marriage registration, birth and death registration, lease registration, utility connection applications, obtaining trade licenses, and payment of urban development tax are some of the online services provided by the organization.
Heritage Walks
To keep alive the rich cultural heritage of the city, Nagar Nigam Jaipur organizes heritage walks to acquaint people with a legacy spanning centuries. These heritage walks give tourists better insight into the historical aspect of the building. Jal Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Govind Devji Temple, Sisodia Rani Ka Bagh, and Ajmeri Gate are some of the landmarks you must visit among many others the city houses.
Contact Information
If you wish to get in touch with Nagar Nigam Jaipur regarding anything, you can contact the following:
Heritage Zone
| Name | Designation | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Shri Abhishek Surana (IAS) | Commissioner | 0141-2949220, COMMISSIONER.NNJH@RAJASTHAN.GOV.IN |
| MS Rounaque Bairagi (R.A.S.) | Additional Commissioner | 0141-2949222, Addcomm.Lsg@Rajasthan.gov.in |
| Control room | 0141-2602666 | |
| Call centre/public grievance registration | 0141-2607500, WhatsApp: 8279179065 |
Greater Jaipur Zone
| Name | Designation | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Smt. Rukmini Rair (IAS) | Commissioner | 0141-2740510, commissioner.jmc@rajasthan.gov.in |
| Smt. Seema Kumar | Additional Commissioner | 8764880004, Addcomm.jmc@Rajasthan.gov.in |
| Control room | 0141-2742900 | |
| PBX number | 0141-2740510 / 2742404 / 2741061 / 2740167 / 2742054 | |
| Call centre/public grievance registration | 0141-2747400 |
FAQs
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Conclusion
Nagar Nigam Jaipur, or Jaipur Municipal Corporation, plays a pivotal role in maintaining the city’s infrastructure, cleanliness, and citizen services. By dividing the city into Heritage and Greater Jaipur zones, JMC ensures efficient management and service delivery. Whether it’s preserving the city’s rich heritage or providing essential services to its residents, Nagar Nigam Jaipur is at the heart of Jaipur’s daily operations.