The Mohali Municipal Corporation has constituted its Finance and Contract Committee, a key panel that will handle approvals for tenders valued up to Rs 1 crore. The move gives the committee an important role in routine civic spending and contract-related decisions.
The development has triggered a political row, with Congress objecting to the composition of the panel. The party has protested the absence of any opposition representative, arguing that such a body should include broader political participation.
According to the criticism raised by Congress, excluding opposition members could weaken oversight in municipal decision-making. The party has linked the issue to transparency, saying committees that deal with financial approvals and contracts should not function without checks from rival voices.
The formation of the F&CC is significant because it will influence how local civic works and procurement matters are cleared in Mohali. With the opposition questioning the panel's makeup, the issue is likely to remain part of the wider debate over accountability in urban governance.
