Without increasing property tax or introducing new levies, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) unveiled a net surplus Budget of Rs 143.05 crore for 2026-27. The budget, presented by Chairperson Keshav Chandra, includes plans for mechanized road sanitation, achieving net zero carbon emissions, hydrogen generation, and a night bazar. The proposal, made at a Special Council Meeting presided over by Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma, emphasizes initiatives like AI learning in schools, a Green and Smart City push, and infrastructure upgrades.
The NDMC Budget 2026-27 focuses on promoting AI learning in schools through hands-on training and expanding the “AI for All” Initiative. It also aims to transform New Delhi into a city that combines heritage preservation with innovation and sustainability. Chairperson Keshav Chandra highlighted the budget’s commitment to infrastructure development, especially in sewerage and drainage networks, with a significant increase in capital expenditure.
Chairman Keshav Chandra emphasized the successful management of monsoons to achieve a water-logging-free NDMC. Plans include the creation of an “Innovation Fund” to support innovative projects and new technologies. Vice-Chairperson Kuljeet Singh Chahal expressed the council’s vision to become a leading municipality in sustainability and self-reliance, aligning with the national goal of building a modern, sustainable, and responsible city.
Under the Safe City Project, NDMC is integrating CCTV cameras for enhanced security in coordination with Delhi Police. Additionally, public amenities are being upgraded to eco-friendly designs, including the construction of Smart Pink Toilets. The council is working on urban infrastructure transformation in line with the “Vision @ 2047” initiative for a resilient and future-ready city.
