*MC Chandigarh cracks down on non-compliance with biometric attendance system*
*Commissioner strictly orders concerned DDOs to release salaries of employees as per biometric attendance*
*Chandigarh, July 2:-* Taking serious note of non-compliance in marking attendance through the Aadhar-based Biometric Attendance System, the Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has ordered the concerned DDOs to release salaries of all employeesas per biometric attendance. This decision is aimed at identifying and eliminating ghost employees and ensuring accountability among the workforce.
Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, the Commissioner emphasized that strict adherence to the biometric attendance system is mandatory, with no relaxation granted to any employee who fails to comply with the established norms. The biometric system has already been integrated with the salary disbursement process, linking attendance data directly to employee remuneration.
In a move to further tighten administrative oversight, the Commissioner has instructed the Accounts Branch to compile and submit detailed information on each employee. This includes the exact monthly salary, allowances, or any other payments being drawn from the MCC. The intent is to establish transparency in financial transactions and verify that only genuine, active employees are on the payroll.
The Commissioner reiterated the Corporation’s commitment to improving administrative efficiency and eliminating irregularities in the system. He stated that all employees are expected to maintain regular attendance and ensure their Aadhar-based registration is active and operational, as it directly impacts their salary release.
With this directive, the MCC aims to uphold discipline, enhance transparency, and ensure that public funds are being utilized responsibly. All departments have been instructed to comply with the order in letter and spirit.
