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Governance

The 74th amendment to the Constitution in 1992 paved the way for municipal or local governments, granting them constitutional validity and autonomy. The 12th schedule of the Indian Constitution also outlines the functions delegated to local city governments, encompassing areas such as water supply, sanitation, and building regulations. In 2011, Gurgaon took a significant step…

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Office and Departments

The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) – Gurugram Urban local bodyThe Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) is the civic body entrusted with the administration and governance of Gurgaon. It was formed in 2008 and has 25 wards each headed by an elected councillor. The Mayor is the functional head of MCG while the Chairperson (a…

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History

Gurgaon, once a village associated with Guru Dronacharya, the revered teacher of the Kauravas and Pandavas, has a rich history influenced by various rulers. During Akbar’s reign, it was part of Delhi and Agra’s territories. In the early 19th century, the British established control over Gurgaon, initially monitoring Begum Samru’s forces. After the 1857 revolt,…

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