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Politics
Delhi to Impose Fines on Delays in Government Services Under New Law
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 06:16 PM
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Delhi government has notified a new law that will levy fines for delays in providing public services.
The Delhi government has notified a new law that imposes fines on officials and departments that fail to deliver public services within stipulated time frames.
The law, announced by the state government, aims to curb bureaucratic delays and improve citizen satisfaction. It specifies penalty amounts and outlines the process for filing complaints.
The notification was released by the Delhi administration and is expected to be implemented in the coming months. The law will apply to all government departments handling services such as permits, licenses, and registrations.
Citizens can now lodge complaints through an online portal, and the fines will be collected from the responsible departments. The move is part of Delhi's broader effort to enhance transparency and efficiency in public administration.
The law, announced by the state government, aims to curb bureaucratic delays and improve citizen satisfaction. It specifies penalty amounts and outlines the process for filing complaints.
The notification was released by the Delhi administration and is expected to be implemented in the coming months. The law will apply to all government departments handling services such as permits, licenses, and registrations.
Citizens can now lodge complaints through an online portal, and the fines will be collected from the responsible departments. The move is part of Delhi's broader effort to enhance transparency and efficiency in public administration.