Financial aspect of municipal basic services in India: A study of Haryana state

This paper deals with the status of Municipal Finances and Municipal Services in India. An attempt has been made to: define urban local governments; present a brief historical perspective; and assess main municipal services being provided by the municipal councils and municipal committees in Haryana. The paper examines the financial needs for upgrading core infrastructure and services in India. Key issues in the municipal finance, as also the reforms and innovations in the urban management are discussed in this paper