City summary. Chennai is governed by Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC). GCC operates 200 wards across 15 zones; oldest municipal body in India (1688). Online portal: https://chennaicorporation.gov.in/. State context: Tamil Nadu state RTI hub.
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Municipal body | Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) |
| About | GCC operates 200 wards across 15 zones; oldest municipal body in India (1688) |
| Online portal | https://chennaicorporation.gov.in/ |
| Reply window | 30 days (§7(1) RTI Act 2005) |
| Second Appeal | Tamil Nadu State Information Commission |
Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.