The state of Maharashtra comprises 6 divisions and 36 districts. It’s capital Mumbai, is India’s financial and commercial capital also. Maharashtra Monitor, an analytical column by veteran editor Dilip Chaware provides insightful opinions into the governance of this state and the myriad related aspects shaping its development and future growth.
A comparative analysis of the current civic budgets of four major Indian metropolitan cities — Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata — shows why Mumbai’s governance as reflected through its civic budget often stands out in terms of administrative capacity and fiscal strength. This analysis draws on the latest available figures for municipal budgets and relevant civic performance context.
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