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Booking of community centres in Chandigarh likely to get costlier

Proposal to hike rates by up to 40% to be tabled before the MC House on June 30

3 min readChandigarhJun 27, 2025 11:56 PM IST

As per the proposal, the booking rate for some community centres could go up from the current Rs 24,000 to as much as Rs 60,000

Booking community centres in Chandigarh are likely to become significantly more expensive, with proposed rates increasing by up to 40 per cent, a proposal set to be tabled in the civic body suggested.

The proposal to revise the booking charges will be tabled in the Municipal Corporation (MC) House meeting scheduled for June 30.

As per the proposal, the booking rate for some community centres could go up from the current Rs 24,000 to as much as Rs 60,000. If approved, the revised rates will be implemented immediately. This is not the first time such a proposal has come up — in an earlier session, it was referred to a committee for review. Now, the proposal is being brought back with the committee’s recommendations.

The steep increase in rates is expected to spark controversy in the House. Not just the Opposition, but even councillors from the ruling BJP may oppose the hike.

Southern sector sanitation tender also on agenda

Another key item on the meeting’s agenda will be the sanitation contract for the city’s southern sectors.

According to MC officials, a supplementary agenda regarding the draft tender document for GIS-based mechanised and manual sweeping of southern sectors of Chandigarh was placed before the General House of the Corporation in its meeting held on June 3. The draft included the scope of work, bid evaluation criteria, general terms and conditions, analysis of rate (AOR), and other requisitions, for consideration and approval of the General House to float the tender on the GeM portal. In the meeting, it was decided to defer the agenda for the next House meeting.

Subsequently, the committee constituted for preparation and finalisation of draft tender document, preparation of cost analysis, technical and financial evaluation etc. (till allotment of work to L1 firm), held its meeting on June 9 and recommended to have a pre-tender consultation meeting to gather valuable inputs and suggestions from all concerned and interested parties prior to the finalisation of the tender document.

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A pre-tender consultation meeting was subsequently held on June 18, with participation from various firms with their suggestions. Considering these suggestions, the committee met again on June 23 and June 27, to finalise the tender document. It is important to note that the existing contract with Lion Services Limited is set to expire on June 30.

In view of the aforementioned developments and to ensure uninterrupted sanitation services in the southern Sectors of Chandigarh and considering the time required to complete the new tender process and allot the work to the successful bidder (L1), the matter will be placed before the General House for consideration and approval.

Proposal to allot 70 unipoles for ads

The MC will also bring a proposal to allot 70 unipoles for advertising purposes. These unipoles, which have already received administrative approval for installation, are expected to generate much-needed revenue for the cash-strapped civic body. The move is being seen as part of efforts to strengthen the corporation’s financial standing.

Jagpreet Singh Sandhu

Jagpreet Singh Sandhu is a Senior Correspondent at The Indian Express, based in Chandigarh. He is a veteran reporter with over a decade of experience, specializing in legal, crime, and environmental reporting across the tri-city area (Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula). Professional Background Core Beat: He primarily covers the Punjab and Haryana High Court, District Courts, CBI Courts, and Consumer Commissions. His legal reporting is known for breaking down complex judgments and tracking long-standing criminal cases. Environmental Reporting: Jagpreet has become a key voice in reporting on the deteriorating air quality and weather patterns in the Punjab-Haryana region. Crime & Technology: He frequently reports on cybercrime, digital arrest scams, and the intersection of technology and law enforcement, such as the development of citizen-centric policing apps. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) His late 2025 coverage has focused on significant judicial verdicts, major financial scams, and public health concerns: 1. Legal & CBI Court Verdicts "12 years on, CBI court acquits Haryana judge, parents in wife’s death case" (Dec 17, 2025): Detailed coverage of the acquittal of a judicial officer in a high-profile dowry death case from 2013. "‘Wicked & evil mind’: Court gives man 30-year term for kidnapping, sexually assaulting 8-year-old" (Dec 16, 2025): A report on a stern judgment from a Chandigarh district court in a POCSO case. "Man acquitted in rape case after victim found ‘very happy’ in wedding reception" (Dec 9, 2025): Covering a unique legal observation regarding consensual relationships and age verification. 2. Investigative & Scams "CBI registers FIR in Rs 1.14-cr Patient Welfare Grant scam at PGIMER" (Dec 19, 2025): An exposé on how funds meant for poor patients were siphoned off through forged documents and a photocopy shop inside the PGIMER campus. "Month-long torture, Rs 85 lakh transfers: How ‘Innocence Certificate’ led to a ‘digital arrest’ of an elderly couple" (Dec 12, 2025): Detailing a sophisticated cyber fraud targeting senior citizens in Chandigarh. 3. Environment & Public Safety "Panchkula air turns ‘very poor’, fourth worst in country" (Dec 22, 2025): Reporting on the sudden spike in pollution levels in Panchkula compared to neighbouring cities. "Soon, you can snap that overspeeding car, and report to Chandigarh Police" (Dec 16, 2025): Breaking news on a new mobile application being developed to allow citizens to report traffic violations via geo-tagged photos. 4. Gangster Culture & Crime "City Beautiful in the crosshairs of gangsters" (Dec 14, 2025): A feature analysis of how Chandigarh has increasingly become a staging ground for extortion and rivalries between gangster modules. "Shooters wanted for Parry murder held by Delhi Police Special Cell" (Dec 18, 2025): Following the developments in a high-profile murder case in Chandigarh’s Sector 26. Signature Style Jagpreet is recognized for his tenacious follow-up on cold cases and his ability to report on courtroom drama with a focus on victim rights. His work often highlights administrative lapses, whether in the handling of patient welfare funds or the enforcement of environmental standards. ... Read More

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