The Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai is the chief executive officer of the

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. Though the

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is the head of the house, his role is largely

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and almost all powers are vested in the

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. The Municipal Commissioner maintains Mumbai, and thus has responsibilities over the sewage system, the school divisions, power companies, roads, and other aspects of local infrastructure. The

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and the

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are autonomous bodies under the organization. The commissioner is an

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officer appointed by the

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state government. Mr. Iqbal Chahal, is the current Municipal Commissioner of

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List of municipal commissioners

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List of municipal commissioners

See also

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