EDMC passes resolution for free parking facilities

The standing committee of East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC) on Tuesday passed a resolution for free parking facilities at malls, hospitals and other private establishments falling under its jurisdiction.

“The issue was discussed as there were complaints of uncontrolled parking fees being charged by hospitals and malls in the Municipal area. Although there are just 4-5 malls and 8-9 large private hospitals under EDMC, we have decided to regulate them,” standing committee chairperson Lata Gupta said.

The proposal for freeing parking facilities at private establishments, including malls and hospitals was moved by Leader of House Ram Narayan Dubey. The Municipal Corporation gives Floor Area Ratio (FAR) relaxation to basement parking facilities. But there are regular complaints of varying charges being realised by the users, Gupta said. 

The EDMC is the second civic body in the city to advocate free parking. Earlier, South Delhi Municipal Corporation had banned paid parking at hospitals and malls by issuing a public notice.

“The public toilets, including about 256 urinals, 90 toilet complexes and 56 toilets with water facility under the civic body are in a bad shape. We have decided to invite private parties so that proper maintenance and cleanliness could be ensured at these toilets and urinals,” the chairperson added.