New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC; ISO: Naī Dillī Nagarapālikā Pariṣad) is the municipal council of the city of New Delhi, Delhi, India. It covers an area of 42.7 km2 under its administration,[8] which is commonly referred as Lutyens' Delhi.[9]
NDMC Head Office, Palika Kendra Parliament Street, New Delhi.
NDMC has its origins in the Imperial Delhi Committee which was constituted on 25 March 1913 to overlook the construction of the new capital of India. Thereafter in February 1916 the Chief Commissioner, Delhi, created the Raisina Municipal Committee, which was upgraded to a 2nd class Municipality under the Punjab Municipal Act on 7 April 1925. Then on 22 February 1927, the Committee passed a resolution adopting the name "New Delhi" giving it the name, "New Delhi Municipal Committee", approved by Chief Commissioner on 16 March 1927. In May 1994, the NDMC Act 1994,[8] replaced the Punjab Municipal Act 1911, and the Committee was renamed as the New Delhi Municipal Council.[11][12][13]
NDMC's headquarters building, known as Palika Kendra, was built in 1984, and was the tallest building in the city at that time.[11]
Initiative
NDMC Smart City Limited is a strategic initiative by the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) to develop New Delhi into a technologically advanced and sustainable urban area. Incorporated on July 28, 2016, as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), it is wholly owned by NDMC and was established under the Smart Cities Mission of the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India. The company's focus is on enhancing urban life through smart solutions that integrate technology with infrastructure and services. This includes initiatives in digitalization, waste management, and sustainable development, aiming to improve the quality of life for residents and make the city more efficient, safe, and resilient.[14]
Departments
NDMC has 32 departments:
Architecture Department
Audit Department
Accounts Department
Civil Engineering Department
Commercial Department
Council Secretariat Department
Electricity Department
Enforcement Department
Estate I Department
Estate II Department
Enforcement (B.R) Department
Education Department
Fire Department
Finance Department
General Administration Department
Horticulture Department
Information Technology Department
Law Department
Municipal Housing Department
Municipal Housing Department of the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) manages and oversees housing facilities and related infrastructure for NDMC employees and other stakeholders within the NDMC jurisdiction. The department ensures the provision, maintenance, and allocation of residential and non-residential properties owned by the council, contributing to efficient urban management and employee welfare.[15]
New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) oversees a range of medical facilities in the region, including the Charak Palika Hospital and the Palika Maternity Hospital. These institutions are equipped to provide comprehensive healthcare services, from early diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and preventive care. The NDMC's commitment to healthcare is also evident in its operation of two polyclinics and numerous dispensaries across the city, ensuring accessible medical services for all residents within its jurisdiction.
