South Delhi Municipal Jobs for Government Public Health Inspector in Delhi

The infrastructure of civic services set-up by the Emperor Shahjahan, the builder of the city, about 200 years prior to formation of the civic body in 1862, had outlived its utility even then. The work had, therefore, to be started from a mere scratch. MCD came into existence on 7th April, 1958 under an Act of Parliament. Since then, the Municipal Body has always been alive in its constitution and functioning to the growing needs of citizens. The Amendment of 1993 in the Act brought about fundamental changes in composition, functions, governance and administration of the Corporation.

The origin of civic administration in Delhi can be traced to the year 1862 when Delhi Municipal Commission came into existence. The first meeting of the Municipal Commission was held on 23rd April, 1863. At that time, the city was confined to an area of two square miles with 1.21 lac inhabitants whereas now it has grown in size to nearly 1,400 sq. kms. with staggering estimated population of more than 127 lacs.
During 1863, the sanitation and conservancy system was set-up, public latrines were constructed an Unani dispensary was opened in Sadar Bazar and for the first time, registration of births and deaths was introduced. A look at the budgetary provisions will not be a diversion but an interesting and educative exercise. Even at that time, the nascent civic body was beset with financial problems and sought assistance from the Government. Out of a total provision of Rs. 94,512, fifty percent was spent on police establishment. Octroi was the main source of income which generated Rs. 82,000 one sixth share of this was also diverted for military expenditure. Period between 1863 and 1874 saw small scale industrial and commercial expansion. Those responsible for public utilities, worked under severe constraints, and even sought loans to provide basic needs.
The Clock Tower and the Town Hall buildings were constructed in 1866 and the present building was reconstructed in 1947. Fire Fighting system was introduced in 1867 with one fire engine stationed at Kotwali. Another engine was brought from England after nine years. As the well water was not found fit for consumption, potable water was supplied through water carts in 1871-72. The proposal to set-up a water works was initiated in 1869.