# Kochi Municipal Corporation The Kochi Municipal Corporation is the civic body that governs the city of Kochi in Ernakulam district, Kerala. Established in 1967, it is one of the oldest municipal corporations in Kerala. ## Overview Kochi Corporation oversees the administration of 74 wards spread across 94.88 square kilometers. The corporation is responsible for urban planning, public health, water supply, waste management, and local infrastructure. ## Historical Timeline Kochi Municipality upgraded to Municipal Corporation status. GCDA established for planned urban development. Kochi selected under Smart Cities Mission. First metro rail in Kerala begins operations. Corporation implements comprehensive pandemic response. ## Administrative Structure The corporation is headed by a Mayor elected by the councillors. The administrative wing is headed by the Secretary who is an IAS officer. ### Key Positions - **Mayor**: Elected head of the corporation - **Deputy Mayor**: Assists the Mayor - **Secretary**: Chief administrative officer (IAS) - **Standing Committee Chairpersons**: Head various committees ## Past Mayors | Term | Mayor | Party | |------|-------|-------| | 2020-2025 | M. Anilkumar | LDF (CPI) | | 2015-2020 | Soumini Jain | LDF (CPI(M)) | | 2010-2015 | Tony Chammany | UDF (KC(M)) | | 2005-2010 | K.J. Antony | UDF (Congress) | ## Current Initiatives ### Smart City Mission Projects The corporation is implementing various projects under the Smart City Mission: - Integrated Command and Control Centre - Smart parking systems - LED street lighting - Public bicycle sharing - Wi-Fi hotspots in public spaces ### Waste Management The Brahmapuram waste treatment plant serves as the primary waste processing facility. After the 2023 fire incident, the corporation has undertaken significant reforms in waste management practices. **Current Focus:** - Decentralized waste processing - Bio-gas plants in each zone - Plastic collection and recycling programs - Composting initiatives ## Challenges The corporation faces several ongoing challenges: - **Waterlogging**: Monsoon flooding in low-lying areas - **Waste Management**: Sustainable solutions post-Brahmapuram - **Traffic Congestion**: Despite metro, road traffic remains high - **Encroachments**: Illegal structures on public land ## Contact Information **Address**: Corporation Office, Ernakulam, Kochi - 682011 **Phone**: 0484-2361230 **Website**: [kochicorporation.lsgkerala.gov.in](https://kochicorporation.lsgkerala.gov.in) --- *This page can be edited to add more details about the Kochi Municipal Corporation. The content here supplements the structured data in the system.* \`\`\`

Kochi Municipal Corporation

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