MC Chandigarh unveils ‘MC One Pass’ — A landmark gift of smart parking to the City

Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla launches citizen-friendly digital parking system at Sector 22

Monthly parking at just ₹500 for four-wheelers and ₹250 for two-wheelers

Chandigarh, January 27:-In a significant step towards strengthening smart and citizen-centric urban mobility, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, in collaboration with Bank of Baroda, today launched the ‘MC One Pass’ Parking System at the MC parking site in Sector 22. The initiative, formally inaugurated by Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla, is being hailed as a thoughtful gift to the city, aimed at simplifying parking while promoting transparency, affordability, and digital governance.

Addressing the gathering, the Mayor stated that the MC One Pass initiative is designed to modernize Chandigarh’s parking ecosystem by providing a seamless, cashless, and fully digital parking solution for residents and daily commuters. Under the scheme, citizens can avail monthly parking passes at highly affordable rates of ₹250 for two-wheelers and ₹500 for four-wheelers, significantly easing the financial burden on regular commuters while enhancing convenience and ease of access.

Sharing the salient features of the scheme, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, MC Chandigarh, informed that the MC One Pass Parking System also covers commercial four-wheelers with yellow number plates, making it an inclusive initiative that benefits a wider segment of vehicle users. He described the system as a progressive reform in parking management that will improve transparency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure efficient and organized parking across the city.

Powered by Bank of Baroda, the initiative reflects strong coordination between the civic administration and the banking sector to modernize urban infrastructure and strengthen digital service delivery. The monthly MC One Pass will be valid across all parking sites managed by MC Chandigarh, including the Surface Parking opposite Elante Mall, parking sites in Sectors 17, 22 and 35, Lake Parking, Multi-Level Parking at Sector 17, and other designated MC parking locations. A complete list of parking sites is available on the official websites www.mcchandigarh.gov.in and www.bankofbaroda.bank.in.

The Commissioner further stated that there is no requirement to visit any office to obtain the parking pass, as citizens can easily generate their monthly pass by scanning a QR code available on MC and Bank of Baroda websites, at parking sites, and through newspaper publications.

Reaffirming MCC’s commitment to citizen convenience, he added that the Pass Parking System will be expanded to additional parking locations in a phased manner to ensure a uniform, hassle-free, and digitally enabled parking experience across Chandigarh.

The launch event was attended by MC Special Commissioner Sh. Pardeep Kumar, IAS; Joint Commissioner Dr. Inder Jeet, Area Councillor Sh. Damanpreet Singh; other councillors; Sh. Parveen Duggal, President, Sector 22-D Market Welfare Association; Sh. Sanjiv Chadha, President, Chandigarh Beopar Mandal; and Sh. Rajesh Kumar Sharma, Deputy General Manager, Bank of Baroda, along with traders’ representatives and local resident of area.

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Republic Day Function; Mayor and Commissioner honours employees, NGOs and social contributors for meritorious services

Chandigarh, January 27:-On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day of India, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has organized a dignified function on January 26, 2026 at the MCC Building, Sector 17, Chandigarh.

During the ceremony, Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla, Mayor, Chandigarh, unfurled the National Flag in the presence of Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Commissioner, Sh. Pardeep Kumar, IAS, Special Commissioner, MC councillors, officers and other dignitaries from the city. On this occasion, the Mayor and the Commissioner honoured Municipal Corporation officials and employees, NGOs, institutions and individuals for their meritorious services and outstanding contribution to society.

Commendation certificates were awarded to MCC officers and staff members from various departments including engineering, horticulture, electrical, veterinary, sanitation, fire and emergency services, transport and field services, including regular, outsourced and daily wage employees, in recognition of their dedication, sincerity and commitment towards public service.

In addition, several NGOs, institutions, social activists, teachers, students, sportspersons, environmentalists and social workers were also honoured for their exemplary work in the fields of social welfare, environmental protection, education, health, sports, art, culture and community development.

Addressing the gathering, the Mayor congratulated all the awardees and appreciated their selfless efforts towards the welfare of the city and its residents.

The Commissioner, MCC, stated that such recognition not only acknowledges sincere work but also motivates employees and citizens to continue contributing positively towards the development of Chandigarh.

On the auspicious the Mayor said that the Municipal Corporation has continued its efforts to ensure a convenient, safe and dignified quality of life for all residents through smart services, sustainable solutions and development that remains in balance with nature.

Reflecting on the year 2025, the Mayor described it as a year of service, reforms and innovation, during which several citizen-centric initiatives were implemented despite limited resources and multiple challenges. Chandigarh’s green identity was further strengthened with the plantation of over 1.31 lakh trees and saplings, the development of a new park near Parkview Hotel in Sector 24, and enhanced landscaping of roundabouts, green belts and public spaces. Cleanliness remained a top priority, with strict enforcement under the Plastic-Free Chandigarh Campaign leading to the seizure of large quantities of banned plastic, recycling of thousands of plastic bottles and national-level recognition. Significant strides were also made in sustainable waste management through the Legacy Waste Mining Project at Dadu Majra and the establishment of a Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant in collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation Limited, converting waste into clean energy.

The Mayor also focused on improving infrastructure, public safety and governance. Uninterrupted illumination of streets and parks was ensured, resulting in financial savings through in-house maintenance, while new Dog Bye-Laws were implemented to balance public safety, cleanliness and animal welfare. Citizen welfare initiatives such as One Rupee Stores and Self-Help Groups continued to support the needy and empower women. Modern firefighting systems were installed in community centres, and reforms are underway to strengthen emergency preparedness. Efforts to improve financial health through enhanced property tax collection, the One-Time Settlement Scheme and the initiation of recruitment to fill vacant posts were highlighted. Looking ahead, the Municipal Corporation reaffirmed its commitment to building a smarter, digital Chandigarh through initiatives such as digital parking, online services and the launch of the “MC One Pass” system, acknowledging that these achievements have been made possible through the collective efforts of elected councillors, officers, employees, sanitation workers and the active cooperation of the city’s citizens.