In a significant disclosure, the Mumbai Municipal Corporation has provided a comprehensive breakdown of the Rs 4150 crore spent during the Covid-19 period. The detailed report was personally handed over to RTI Activist Anil Galgali by Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal.
Highlights:-
Jumbo Facility Costs:
The largest chunk of expenditure, amounting to Rs 1466.13 crore, was allocated to 13 Jumbo facility centers in Mumbai.
Ward and Hospital Expenditure:
Wards, along with Seven Hill Hospital, accounted for Rs 1245.25 crores.
The office of the Executive Health Officer spent Rs 233.10 crore.
Major hospitals in Mumbai contributed Rs 197.07 crores.
Specialty hospitals and peripheral hospitals incurred Rs 25.23 crores and Rs 89.70 crores, respectively.
Nair Hospital reported an expenditure of Rs 1.48 crores.
Department-wise Breakdown:
Food packets and food grains: Rs 123.88 crore.
Central procurement department: Rs 263.77 crore.
Transport department: Rs 120.63 crore.
Mechanical and electrical department: Rs 376.71 crore.
Solid and waste department: Rs 6.85 crore.
Contributions from Public Representatives:
Notably, MLAs and MPs contributed a total of only Rs 9 lakhs to the Covid expenditure.
Call for a White Paper:
RTI Activist Anil Galgali emphasized the need for a comprehensive white paper encompassing all types of Covid-related expenditures. Such a document would provide enhanced transparency and clarity to the public.
This detailed breakdown, covering expenditures until October 31, 2023, sheds light on the allocation of funds across various critical aspects of Covid management. As the community grapples with the aftermath of the pandemic, calls for a white paper gain significance, aiming to further enhance transparency and accountability in the expenditure of public funds during challenging times.
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