The Punjab Municipal Corporation Law (Extension to Chandigarh) Act, 1994

The Punjab Municipal Corporation Law (Extension to Chandigarh) Act, 1994 was enacted to extend the application of the Punjab Municipal Corporation Law to the Union Territory of Chandigarh. The Act provides for the establishment of a Municipal Corporation for Chandigarh, which shall consist of elected representatives from various wards of the city. The Act also provides for the appointment of a Commissioner who shall be responsible for the administration of the Municipal Corporation. The Act lays down the functions and duties of the Municipal Corporation, which includes providing basic amenities like water supply, street lighting, and sanitation. The Act also empowers the Municipal Corporation to levy taxes and fees for the services provided by it.