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{{Short description|Civic body governing Muzaffarpur, Bihar, India}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=December 2013}}
{{Use Indian English|date=December 2013}}
{{Infobox legislature
| name = Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation
| native_name = मुजफ्फरपुर नगर निगम
| native_name_lang = hi
| house_type = [[Municipal corporation (India)|Municipal corporation]]
| foundation = {{start date and age|1936}}
| leader1_type = [[Mayor (India)|Mayor]]
| leader1 = Nirmala Sahu
| leader2_type = [[Deputy Mayor]]
| leader2 = Dr. Monalisa
| leader3_type = [[Municipal commissioner (India)|Municipal Commissioner]]
| leader3 = Vikram Virkar [[Indian Administrative Service|(IAS)]]
| last_election1 = 2022
| motto =
| meeting_place = Municipal Office, Sutapatti, Pokharia, [[Muzaffarpur]], [[Bihar]]
| website = {{URL|https://mymmc.org/}}
| seats = 49
| coa_pic = Muzaffarpur_Municipal_Corporation.jpg
}}

'''Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation''' or ('''मुजफ्फरपुर नगर निगम'''), is the civic body that governs [[Muzaffarpur]], a city of [[Bihar]] in [[India]]. Municipal Corporation mechanism in India was introduced during British Rule with formation of municipal corporation in Madras ([[Chennai]]) in 1688, later followed by municipal corporations in Bombay ([[Mumbai]]) and Calcutta ([[Kolkata]]) by 1762.<ref name="May ref5">{{cite news |last1=Gupta |first1=Anupam |title=City Mayors: Indian Mayors |url=http://www.citymayors.com/mayors/indian-mayors.html |access-date=29 October 2021 |publisher=citymayors.com}}</ref> Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation consists of democratically elected members, is headed by a [[Mayor (India)|Mayor]], and administers the city's [[infrastructure]], [[public service]]s, and supplies. Muzaffarpur has been selected in [[Smart Cities Mission]] under [[Government of India]]. Hence, it also implement scheme and overseas projects needed for Urban Development.

==Muzaffarpur Smart City Limited==
'''Muzaffarpur Smart City''' is part of the Government of India’s [[Smart Cities Mission]], aimed at transforming [[Muzaffarpur]] into a modern, sustainable, and citizen-friendly urban centre. The initiative focuses on improving infrastructure, enhancing living conditions, and promoting economic growth. Key areas of development include efficient waste management, improved water supply and sanitation, better urban mobility, affordable housing, and robust information technology connectivity. Muzaffarpur was selected for the mission through a competitive process.

Initially, Muzaffarpur was allocated ₹1,580 [[crore]] for various projects under the Smart Cities Mission; however, this amount was later reduced to ₹982 crore.

The headquarters of Muzaffarpur Smart City Limited is located at the ICCC Building, Sutapatti, Pokhraira, Muzaffarpur, Bihar, India.<ref>{{cite news
| title = नए साल में स्मार्ट सिटी मुजफ्फरपुर में शुरू होगी एआई आधारित निगरानी व्यवस्था, अतिक्रमण से लेकर जाम पर नजर
| url = https://www.jagran.com/bihar/muzaffarpur-ai-surveillance-in-muzaffarpur-smart-city-40069393.html
| work = Dainik Jagran
| publisher = Jagran Prakashan Limited
| date = 12 December 2025
| accessdate = 18 December 2025
| language = hi
}}</ref>
===Project Details Under MSCL===
{| class="wikitable sortable" style="text-align:center;"
|+ Smart City Projects in Muzaffarpur
! S.No.
! Project
! Completion (%)
! Status
|-
| 1 || Redevelopment of Sikandarpur Stadium as Multi Purpose Sports Stadium || 50 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 2 || Beautification of Sikandarpur Lake Front in Muzaffarpur || 77 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 3 || Construction of Municipal Shopping Mart at Tilak Maidan in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 4 || Master System Integrator (MSI) for Integrated Command Control Centre (ICCC) for MSCL || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 5 || Renovation of Town Hall in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 6 || Construction of ICCC Building in MRDA(D) Campus in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 7 || Re-Development of City Park, Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 8 || Development of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Park in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 9 || Re-Development of Jubba Sahni Park, Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 10 || Re-Development of Indira Park, Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 11 || Junction improvement works at 6 junctions in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 12 || Development of Sewerage System || 94.5 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 13 || UG Main Storm Water Drainage || 94.5 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 14 || Redevelopment of MIT Spinal Road from Railway Station (Dharamshala Chowk) to Bairiya Chowk via Laxmi Chowk, Muzaffarpur || 96 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 15 || Re-Development of Road from Adarsh Nagar Thana to Harisabha Chowk via Kalyani Chowk at Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 16 || Re-Development of Peripheral Road from Railway Station (Dharamshala Chowk) to Akhara Ghat Bridge via Tower Chowk, Muzaffarpur || 93 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 17 || Face Lifting of CBD area along Major Roads in ABD Area of Muzaffarpur Smart City || 94 || style="background-color:#FFD580;" | Running
|-
| 18 || Construction of 25 Smart Mini Bus and E-Rickshaw stop sheds in Muzaffarpur || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|-
| 19 || RO Water Point at different junctions || 0 || style="background-color:#FF9999;" | Not Started
|-
| 20 || Construction of Integrated Bus Terminal at Bairiya, Muzaffarpur || 0 || style="background-color:#FF9999;" | Not Started
|-
| 21 || Conducting Public awareness campaigns and workshops || 100 || style="background-color:#90EE90;" | Completed
|}
'''Legend:'''
{| class="wikitable" style="text-align:center; width:30%;"
! Colour
! Status
|-
| style="background-color:#90EE90;" | || Completed
|-
| style="background-color:#FFD580;" | || Running
|-
| style="background-color:#FF9999;" | || Not Started
|}<ref>[https://mymmc.org/projectstatus]</ref>

== Greater Muzaffarpur (proposed) ==
'''Greater Muzaffarpur''' refers to a proposed expansion of the municipal limits of the Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation (MMC) in [[Muzaffarpur district]], Bihar, India. The proposal aims to accommodate the city’s projected urban growth over the next 30 years by extending the existing municipal jurisdiction and incorporating adjoining rural and peri-urban areas.<ref>{{cite news
| title = A new proposal for city expansion is being prepared; the scope will increase up to the approach path of Lakdi Dhai
| url = https://www.bhaskar.com/local/bihar/muzaffarpur/news/a-new-proposal-for-city-expansion-is-being-prepared-the-scope-will-increase-up-to-the-approach-path-of-lakdi-dhai-136619287.html
| work = Dainik Bhaskar (Local – Muzaffarpur)
| publisher = Dainik Bhaskar Group
| accessdate = 18 December 2025
| language = en
}}</ref>

=== Overview ===
* '''Proposing authority''': Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation
* '''Gram panchayats proposed''': 19
* '''Revenue villages proposed''': 56
* '''Blocks (anchals) covered''': Mushahari, Kurhani, Marwan and Kanti
* '''Additional areas included''': Madhopur Susta and Lashkaripur

Initially, the proposal covered 16 gram panchayats and 47 villages. It was later revised and expanded to include 19 panchayats and 56 villages.

The proposal was prepared under the supervision of the Municipal Commissioner '''Vikram Viskar''', with technical planning support from Town Planner '''Adya Kunwar''', in coordination with the Circle Officers (COs) and Block Development Officers (BDOs) of Kanti, Marwan, Kurhani and Mushahari blocks. As part of the planning process, the Municipal Commissioner conducted field inspections of all villages proposed for inclusion.

After approval by the '''Department of Urban Development and Housing, Government of Bihar''', the proposal will be published for public objections and claims, followed by notification in the official gazette. Final approval is expected around the time of the Bihar Panchayat elections.<ref>{{cite news
| title = पंचायत चुनाव से पहले होगा मुजफ्फरपुर नगर निगम क्षेत्र का विस्तार, सरकार को प्रस्ताव भेजने की तैयारी
| url = https://www.jagran.com/bihar/muzaffarpur-muzaffarpur-nagar-nigam-expansion-proposal-to-government-40049743.html
| work = Dainik Jagran
| publisher = Jagran Prakashan Limited
| date = 24 November 2025
| accessdate = 18 December 2025
| language = hi
}}</ref>
=== Proposed Panchayats, Blocks, and Villages Proposed for Inclusion ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Block / Anchal
! Panchayat
! Revenue Villages
! Total Villages
|-
| Kanti
| Dadar Panchayat
| Dadar
| 1
|-
| Kanti
| Kolhua Panchayat
| Kolhua, Wairiya, Paigambarpur, Sikandarpur
| 4
|-
| Kanti
| Sadanpur Panchayat
| Sadanpur
| 1
|-
| Kanti
| Damodarpur Panchayat
| Damodarpur, Chak Murmur
| 2
|-
| Marwan
| Shubhankarpur Panchayat
| Fatehpur Murfadpur, Chainpur
| 2
|-
| Kurhani
| Kurhani Panchayat
| Dariyapur, Kafen, Madheel
| 3
|-
| Mushahari
| Mushahari Panchayat
| Bhikhanpur, Rasulpur Saiyed Salem, Rasulpur Saiyed Wajid, Sahbazpur, Chak Gazi, Sahbazpur Salem
| 6
|-
| Muradpur Dulla
| Muradpur Dulla Panchayat
| Ahiyapur, Ganeshpur, Raghopur
| 3
|-
| Sheikhpur
| Sheikhpur Panchayat
| Sheikhpur, Nazirpur
| 2
|-
| Bada Jagannath
| Bada Jagannath Panchayat
| Bada Jagannath
| 1
|-
| Abdul Nagar
| Abdul Nagar alias Madhopur Panchayat
| Chandwara, Chhota Bhagwatipur, Chak Mohammad, Saraiya, Chak Mustafapur, Sahdulapur, Bhagwatipur, Shahpur
| 8
|-
| Susta
| Susta Panchayat
| Bakhri Chandan, Harpur, Fatehpur, Baidhnathpur, Abdul Nagar alias Madhopur
| 5
|-
| Sherpur Majhauli
| Sherpur Majhauli Panchayat
| Dharmdas, Ratwara, Sherpur alias Narayanpur, Anant, Sherpur
| 5
|-
| Bhagwanpur
| Bhagwanpur Panchayat
| Badhanpura alias Brahmpura, Bhagwanpur
| 2
|-
| Patahi
| Patahi Panchayat
| Patahi alias Patahi Roop
| 1
|-
| Majhauli Khetal
| Majhauli Khetal Panchayat
| Dumri alias Damodarpur, Sahjahanpur, Gibarsahi alias Govardhanpur, Majhauli Khetal
| 4
|-
| Khabra
| Khabra Panchayat
| Barmatpur alias Bishanpur Kharkasen, Khabra alias Kiratpur, Gurdas, Gantripur, Kazi Mohammadpur, Bhikhanpur Deh, Chak Ahmad, Bhikhanpur Adam
| 8
|-
| Rohua
| Rohua Panchayat
| Kothiya Dakhili, Kothiya Apuch
| 2
|-
| Kanhauli
| Kanhauli Panchayat
| Dhanhar, Chhapra
| 2
|-
! colspan="3" | Total
! 56 villages in 19 Panchayats
|}<ref>{{cite news
| title = Apart from 49 wards, a proposal to include 56 villages of 19 panchayats was sent to the department
| url = https://www.bhaskar.com/local/bihar/muzaffarpur/news/apart-from-49-wards-a-proposal-to-include-56-villages-of-19-panchayats-was-sent-to-the-department-136690233.html
| work = Dainik Bhaskar (Local – Muzaffarpur)
| publisher = Dainik Bhaskar Group
| accessdate = 18 December 2025
| language = en
}}</ref>

==History of MMMC==
In 1864, Muzaffarpur was declared as Municipality which later on in the year 1981 was upgraded as Municipal Corporation. The first elected body of the Municipal Corporation was constituted in the year 2002. Samir Kumar was the first elected Mayor of Muzaffarpur. Vivek Kumar was the first elected Dy Mayor. The area of Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation is approx. 32 km<sup>2</sup> spread into 49 wards.

==Budget & Finanace==
Every year in the month of March, the Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation presents its budget for the development and services in Muzaffarpur city.

===Budget 2025-2026===
Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation has approved a budget of ₹801.01 crore for the financial year 2025–26. The budget was approved in a special meeting chaired by Mayor Nirmala Devi, where committee members made some amendments before giving their approval.[http://mymmc.org/budgetFin]

'''Key Highlights of the Budget:'''
*Total Estimated Income: ₹801.01 crore
*Total Estimated Expenditure: ₹793.65 crore
*Net Profit: ₹7.76 crore
*Property Tax Collection: ₹69 crore
*Trade License Fee Collection: ₹2.5 crore

'''key features of Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation's budget:'''
*Club Road Auditorium: ₹22 crore allocated for constructing a high-capacity auditorium.
*Wedding Zone and Commercial Complex: ₹11.50 crore allocated for construction.
*Animal Cremation Center: ₹10 crore allocated for construction, and ₹90 [[lakh]] for cremating unclaimed bodies.
*Emergency Accident Service: ₹5 crore allocated.
*Municipal Petrol Pump, CNG Station, and EV [[Charging station|Charging Station]]: ₹1.50 crore allocated.
*Paperless Initiative: ₹2.5 crore allocated to make the municipal corporation paperless.

===Previous Years Budget===
BUDGET(2024–25) - [https://mymmc.org/budgetFin]

BUDGET(2023–24)- [https://mymmc.org/budgetFin]

BUDGET(2022–23)- [https://mymmc.org/budgetFin]

== Revenue ==
The following are the income sources for the corporation from the Central and State Government<ref name="Mu11">{{cite news |last1=Jadhav |first1=Radheshyam |title=Why civic bodies in India need municipal bonds |url=https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/why-civic-bodies-in-india-need-municipal-bonds/article33237962.ece |access-date=18 May 2022 |publisher=www.thehindubusinessline.com |date=3 December 2020 |language=en}}</ref><ref name="Mu12">{{cite news |title=Municipal corporations under severe strain as revenues sink: RBI Report |url=https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/economy/story/municipal-corporations-under-severe-strain-as-revenues-sink-rbi-report-314215-2021-12-02 |access-date=18 May 2022 |publisher=Business Today |date=2 December 2021 |language=en}}</ref><ref name="Mu13">{{cite news |title=If cities are to deliver better quality life, need to have business models which are sustainable |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/opinion/if-cities-are-to-deliver-better-quality-life-need-to-have-business-models-which-are-sustainable/642276/ |access-date=18 May 2022 |publisher=Financialexpress |date=17 May 2022 |language=en}}</ref>

=== Revenue from taxes ===
Following is the Tax related revenue for the corporation:
* Property tax
* Profession tax
* Entertainment tax
* Grants from Central and State Government like Goods and Services Tax
* Advertisement tax

=== Revenue from non-tax sources ===
Following is the Non Tax related revenue for the corporation:
* Water usage charges
* Fees from Documentation services
* Rent received from municipal property
* Funds from municipal bonds

== Wards ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+ Wards of Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation with Population and Notable Localities<ref>{{Cite web |date=April 6, 2025 |title=Muzaffarpur District Details |url=http://www.muzaffarpur.nic.in |access-date=April 6, 2025 |website=Muzaffarpur District}}</ref>
|-
! Ward Number !! Population (2011) !! Notable Localities/Areas
|-
| 1 || 6,725 || Brahmpura, Daudpur, Kolhuapaigamberpur, Awas Nagar, Saraswati Nagar, Chanakyapuri
|-
| 2 || 9,067 || Brhampura, Rahul Nagar, Krishna Toli, Chandni Chowk, Sanjay Cinema Road North
|-
| 3 || 6,025 || Brahmpura, Rang Toli, Baleshwar Nagar Lane, Soda Godam Road
|-
| 4 || 6,547 || Juran Chapra, Maharaji-1,2,3,4,5 Nunfar Brahmpura
|-
| 5 || 5,252 || Brahampura, Dewarya Road, Emli Chatti, Mahesh Babu Chowk
|-
| 6 || 7,942 || Brahampura, Damodarpur, Iqwal Hashan Road, Bibiganj, Mehdihasan Road South
|-
| 7 || 7,238 || Bibiganj, Chitrakut Nagar, Bhagwanpur, Pathakpuri, Govindpuri
|-
| 8 || 7,681 || Maripur, Chapra Lodi, Ram Raji Road
|-
| 9 || 5,873 ||Chapra Lodi, Azad Colony, Jaitpur Colony, Chakkar Road, Prisadan Gali
|-
| 10 || 6,369 || Maripur, Tilak Nagar, Rasulpur jilani, Jaiprabha Nagar, Chak Abdul Wahid
|-
| 11 || 6,768 || Saria Ganj, Sarai Sayed Ali, Islampur
|-
| 12 || 9,763 || Daudpur Kothi, Harpur Lahori, Sikandarpur, Kundal, Brahmpura Kundal
|-
| 13 || 6,768 || Sikandarpur, Akhara Ghat Road, New Aria Sikandarpur, Annapurana Nagar
|-
| 14 || 6,403 || Sikandarpur, New Aria, Kali Mandir Road, Akhara ghat Road,
|-
| 15 || 9,215 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 16 || 8,554 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 17 || 7,703 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 18 || 6,951 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 19 || 7,154 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 20 || 5,944 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 21 || 5,482 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 22 || 6,094 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 23 || 6,166 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 24 || 6,946 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 25 || 6,226 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 26 || 5,906 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 27 || 7,119 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 28 || 5,273 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 29 || 6,468 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 30 || 8,021 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 31 || 7,448 || Kumhar Tola
|-
| 32 || 8,152 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 33 || 7,295 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 34 || 9,063 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 35 || 6,839 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 36 || 7,052 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 37 || 5,513 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 38 || 6,578 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 39 || 7,149 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 40 || 7,992 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 41 || 7,291 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 42 || 7,262 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 43 || 6,211 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 44 || 7,010 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 45 || 8,594 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 46 || 9,081 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 47 || 9,242 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 48 || 8,892 || [Localities not specified]
|-
| 49 || 10,155 || [Localities not specified]
|}

== Functions ==
Muzaffarpur Municipal Corporation is created for the following functions:<ref name="Mu9">{{cite news |title=Municipal Corporation - Functions, Roles, Members Qualification and Term |url=https://www.elections.in/government/municipal-corporation-in-india.html |access-date=18 May 2022 |publisher=www.elections.in}}</ref><ref name="Mu10">{{cite news |title=Good municipal governance key to improve quality of life {{!}} Pune News - Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/good-municipal-governance-key-to-improve-quality-of-life/articleshow/57320746.cms |access-date=18 May 2022 |work=The Times of India |date=24 February 2017 |language=en}}</ref>

* Planning for the town including its surroundings which are covered under its Department's Urban Planning Authority .
* Approving construction of new buildings and authorising use of land for various purposes.
* Improvement of the town's economic and Social status.
* Arrangements of water supply towards commercial, residential and industrial purposes.
* Planning for fire contingencies through Fire Service Departments.
* Creation of solid waste management, public health system and sanitary services.
* Working for the development of ecological aspect like development of Urban Forestry and making guidelines for environmental protection.
* Working for the development of weaker sections of the society like mentally and physically handicapped, old age and gender biased people.
* Making efforts for improvement of slums and poverty removal in the town.

==Gallerry==
{{multiple image
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| image_style =
| perrow = 1/2/2/2/1
| image1 = MSCL ICCC Muzaffarpur.jpg
| caption1 = ICCC Muzaffarpur
| image2 =
| caption2 =
| image3 = Muzaffarpur Smart City Office.jpg
| caption3 = MSCL Office
| image4 = Skiandarpur Lake Front 01.jpg
| caption4 =
| image5 = Skiandarpur Lake Front 02.jpg
| caption5 =
| image6 = ICCC Building Front View.png
| caption6 = ICCC Main Building
}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* {{Official website|https://nagarseva.bihar.gov.in/muzaffarpur}}

[[Category:Muzaffarpur]]
[[Category:Municipal corporations in Bihar]]

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