Nagar Palika Overview
A Nagar Palika or Municipal Council is a form of urban local government in India, established for towns with populations typically ranging from 20,000 to 1,000,000. It functions under the constitutional framework laid out in the 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, the Rajasthan Municipalities Act, 2009, and relevant administrative rules by the Department of Local Self Government.
The Dei Nagar Palika was officially notified on 19 April 2023 through Government Notification No. 693. It governs the entire geographical and revenue boundary of the erstwhile Gram Panchayat Dei, now recognized as an urban settlement.
Structure of the Nagar Palika
The Nagar Palika functions through an elected council supported by a government-appointed Executive Officer (EO). The EO is responsible for day-to-day administration, execution of development works, implementation of government schemes, and coordination with state departments.
Key Components:
- Chairman (to be elected)
- Ward Councillors (elected from each ward)
- Executive Officer – Mr. Shikesh Kankriya (Appointed)
- Standing Committees – Finance, Sanitation, Construction, etc.
- Administrative Staff – Engineers, clerks, and support teams
Functions of Dei Nagar Palika
Under the Rajasthan Municipalities Act, 2009, Dei Nagar Palika is responsible for:
- Public Health & Sanitation: Solid waste management, drainage, and disease control
- Urban Planning & Development: Building regulations, town planning
- Water Supply: Provision and maintenance of drinking water infrastructure
- Roads & Public Infrastructure: Construction and maintenance of roads, footpaths, and public buildings
- Street Lighting
- Birth and Death Registration
- Markets and Commercial Licensing
- Public Welfare Services: Schemes for women, children, disabled, and senior citizens
- Education Support: Upkeep of municipal schools and anganwadi centers
- Disaster Management Preparedness
Revenue Sources
- Municipal Taxes: Property tax, water tax, license fees
- State Grants: Funds from central and state government schemes
- User Charges: Fees for services like sanitation, permits, etc.
- Tenders & Contracts: Public-private partnerships and infrastructure contracts
Digital & Citizen Services
Dei Nagar Palika is gradually adopting digital governance through:
- Integration with Rajasthan Unified Urban Services Portal
- Online application for birth/death certificates
- Public grievance redressal systems
- Jan Soochna and RTI accessibility
Future Goals
- Develop smart infrastructure with digital access
- Implement GIS-based property mapping
- Improve sanitation with mechanized cleaning
- Increase citizen engagement through mobile apps and social media
- Facilitate e-tendering and real-time monitoring of public works
For more information, visit the official pages or contact the municipal office.