7 days ago
Implement new parking rules by Sunday: RMC to parking lot contractors
Ranchi: The Ranchi Municipal Corporation (RMC) directed the parking lot contractors to comply with the newly issued operational norms for all authorised parking sites by Sunday.
The 48-hour window, which began on Friday, requires agencies to prominently install signage displaying fixed tariffs, agency contact details, and clearly defined parking boundaries.
The move aims to curb overcharging and illegal occupation of public spaces.
The civic body also urged citizens to report violations on mobile phone number, 8141231235, or toll-free number, 1800-570-1235. Field inspections and enforcement drives would begin from Monday, officials said.
Each of the 31 authorised parking sites must display charges of Rs 10 for two-wheelers and Rs 30 for four-wheelers for a three-hour window. A 10-minute free parking period is mandatory. Agencies must also provide printed parking slips and ensure their staff wear uniforms and visible ID cards.
RMC commissioner Sanjay Kumar said, "We are focused on creating a system where citizens are not harassed or overcharged. This deadline is firm, and action will be taken against any agency that fails to comply."
However, citizens said that 31 parking lots are inadequate for a city with 53 municipal wards and a growing number of vehicles. "We require at least double the number of regulated parking spots, especially in high-density zones like Main Road, Lalpur, and Kutchery," said Neetu Mandal, a commuter at the Nucleus Mall parking space.
Some also suggested exploring multi-level parking and converting under-utilised spaces near commercial hubs into parking bays.
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