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Himachal Announces Delimitation Schedule for Shimla, Una, Kangra Urban Bodies

The State Election Commission of Himachal Pradesh has issued a notification for the delimitation of wards in select Urban Local Bodies, including Shimla and Una Municipal Corporations and the newly created Nagar Panchayat Bir in Kangra. The process follows recent changes in the jurisdiction of these urban bodies, such as the inclusion of Rohru in Shimla. A detailed timeline has been set, allowing residents to submit objections until March 19, with final delimitation orders to be issued by April 4. The reservation of seats for the wards is to be completed by April 6.

Key Points: Shimla, Una, Kangra Urban Body Delimitation Schedule Released

  • Delimitation for Shimla, Una & Kangra bodies
  • Public can file objections till March 19
  • Final orders to be issued by April 4
  • Process follows urban jurisdiction changes
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Delimitation schedule released for Shimla, Una and Kangra urban bodies in Himachal

SEC HP releases delimitation schedule for Shimla, Una, and Kangra urban bodies. Process includes public objections and final orders by April 4.

"The delimitation exercise will cover urban bodies where areas have been newly created or included. - State Election Commission Notification"

Shimla, March 12

The State Election Commission, Himachal Pradesh, on Thursday issued a notification announcing the schedule for the delimitation of wards in select Urban Local Bodies of the state following recent changes in municipal areas.

According to the notification, the delimitation exercise will cover urban bodies where areas have been newly created or included. These include the Shimla Municipal Corporation in Shimla district, the Una Municipal Corporation in Una district, and the Nagar Panchayat Bir in Kangra district.

The commission said the process has been initiated after the Department of Urban Development notified changes in the jurisdiction of these urban bodies, including the inclusion of Rohru area in Shimla Municipal Corporation and additional areas in the Una Municipal Corporation, while Bir in Kangra district has been newly created as a Nagar Panchayat.

Exercising powers under Article 243ZA of the Constitution of India and relevant provisions of the Himachal Pradesh Municipal Corporation Act, 1994 and the Himachal Pradesh Municipal Act, 1994, the commission has laid down a detailed timeline for the delimitation process.

As per the schedule, the draft proposal for the delimitation of wards will be published on March 12. Residents of the concerned municipal areas can submit objections or suggestions till March 19.

The Deputy Commissioners concerned will examine and dispose of these objections by March 23. Appeals against their decisions can be filed before the respective Divisional Commissioners within seven days of the orders.

The Divisional Commissioners will dispose of such appeals up to April 1, while the final delimitation orders are to be issued on or before April 4. The reservation of seats for the wards will be completed by April 6, after which the final reservation report will be submitted to the commission.

The notification also states that if no objections or appeals are received within the stipulated period, the concerned Deputy Commissioners may directly issue final delimitation orders and initiate the reservation process.

The commission has directed the Deputy Commissioners of Shimla, Una and Kangra districts to carry out the delimitation exercise in accordance with earlier instructions issued by the commission.

- ANI

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Priya S
As someone from Una, curious to see how the new areas will be integrated. More areas mean more responsibility for the corporation. Hope the basic amenities like water and waste management are planned for these newly included zones. 🤞
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Rohit P
The schedule seems very tight. From draft to final orders in less than a month? While efficiency is good, such important work needs proper deliberation. Hope the DCs and the commission don't rush just to meet the deadline.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Bir getting Nagar Panchayat status. It's a popular tourist spot. This should help in better local governance and infrastructure development for both residents and visitors. A positive move for Kangra district.
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Vikram M
The article mentions Article 243ZA. It's good to see constitutional provisions being followed meticulously for grassroots democracy. This is how systems should work. Hope people actively participate by submitting their objections/suggestions before March 19.
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Michael C
A transparent process with defined steps for appeals is commendable. The key will be implementation. Often, these exercises lead to confusion during elections. Hope the final voter lists and ward maps are communicated clearly to every household.

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