Delay In Issuing Death Certificate: Orissa HC Asks Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation To Introduce 'Citizen's Charter', Set Service Delivery Timelines

The Orissa High Court has directed the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation to implement a Citizens' Charter, ensuring timely services to residents. This mandate aims to enhance transparency and accountability in municipal governance, setting specific timelines for various services like sanitation, water supply, and road maintenance. The court emphasized the need for public awareness and accessibility to the Charter, enabling citizens to hold authorities accountable for service delivery. This directive underscores the importance of administrative efficiency and citizen-centric governance in urban development.