Write functions of the Municipal Corporation.
The functions of the Municipal Corporations are as under: Urban planning including town planning. Regulation of land-use and construction of buildings. Planning for economic and social development. Roads and bridges. Water supply for domestic, industrial and commercial purposes. Public health, sanitation conservancy and solid waste management. Fire services. Urban forestry, protection of the environment and promotion of ecological aspects. Safeguarding the interests of weaker sections of society, including handicapped and mentally retarded people. Slum improvement and up-gradation. Urban poverty alleviation. Provision of urban amenities and facilities such as parks, gardens, playgrounds. Promotion of cultural, educational and aesthetic aspects. Burials and burial grounds; cremations and cremation grounds. Vital statistics including registration of births and deaths. Public amenities including street lighting, parking, bus stops and public conveniences. Regulation of slaughterhouses.
