Solan Municipal Corporation
Solan Municipal Corporation | |
|---|---|
| Type | |
| Type | |
| Leadership | |
Mayor | |
Deputy Mayor | |
Ekta Kapta, IAS | |
| Structure | |
| Seats | 17 |
 | |
Political groups | Government (10)
Opposition (7) |
Length of term | 5 Years |
| Elections | |
Last election | 17 May 2026 |
Next election | 2031 |
| Meeting place | |
| Solan, Himachal Pradesh | |
| Website | |
| Official website | |
Solan Municipal Corporation (SMC) is the municipal corporation of Solan District in Himachal Pradesh, and is the chief nodal agency for the administration of the city.[1] Municipal Corporation mechanism in India was introduced during British Rule with formation of municipal corporation in Madras (Chennai) in 1688, later followed by municipal corporations in Bombay (Mumbai) and Calcutta (Kolkata) by 1762.[2] Solan Municipal Corporation is headed by Mayor of city and governed by Commissioner. Solan Municipal Corporation has been formed with functions to improve the infrastructure of town.
History and administration
Solan Municipal Corporation was formed in to improve the infrastructure of the town as per the needs of local population.[3] Solan Municipal Corporation has been categorised into wards and each ward is headed by councillor for which elections are held every 5 years.
Solan Municipal Corporation is governed by Mayor Sushma Sharma[4] and administered by Municipal Commissioner Ekta Kapta, IAS.[5]
Revenue sources
The following are the Income sources for the corporation from the Central and State Government.[6][7][8]
Revenue from taxes
Following is the Tax related revenue for the corporation.
- Property tax.
- Profession tax.
- Entertainment tax.
- Grants from Central and State Government like Goods and Services Tax.
- Advertisement tax.
Revenue from non-tax sources
Following is the Non Tax related revenue for the corporation.
- Water usage charges.
- Fees from Documentation services.
- Rent received from municipal property.
- Funds from municipal bonds.
Elections
2026
| S.No. | Party name | Party symbol | Councillors[9] | Change | Wards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | BJP |  |
10 |  3 |
17 |
| 2. | INC |  |
6 |  3 | |
| 3. | IND |  |
1 |  |
2021
| S.No. | Party name | Party symbol | Councillors[10] | Change | Wards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | INC | |
9 | |
17 |
| 2. | BJP | |
7 | | |
| 3. | IND | |
1 | |
References
- ↑ "Himachal to have 5 MCs, 3 new for Solan, Palampur & Mandi". millenniumpost News Service. 29 October 2020. Retrieved 29 October 2020.
- ↑ Gupta, Anupam. "City Mayors: Indian Mayors". citymayors.com. Retrieved 29 October 2021.
- ↑ "From April 1, deposit tax online in Solan". Tribuneindia News Service. 10 March 2022. Retrieved 22 June 2022.
- ↑ "BJP storms Solan Municipal Corporation: Sushma Sharma elected Mayor, Gaurav Rajput deputy Mayor". Himachal Scape. 2 July 2026. Retrieved 3 August 2026.
- ↑ "BJP captures Solan Municipal Corporation; Congress suffers major political setback despite minister's vote". ANI News. 2 July 2026. Retrieved 3 August 2026.
- ↑ Jadhav, Radheshyam (3 December 2020). "Why civic bodies in India need municipal bonds". www.thehindubusinessline.com. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "Municipal corporations under severe strain as revenues sink: RBI Report". Business Today. 2 December 2021. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "If cities are to deliver better quality life, need to have business models which are sustainable". Financialexpress. 17 May 2022. Retrieved 18 May 2022.
- ↑ "Himachal municipal poll results: BJP wins Mandi, Dharamsala, Solan; Cong gets only Palampur". The Shillong Times. 31 May 2026. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ↑ "Himachal Pradesh Municipal Election 2021 Results: BJP wins in Dharamshala, Mandi; Congress gets Palampur, Solan". India TV. Retrieved 8 April 2021.