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RTI in Howrah — 15 city services covered

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City summary. Howrah is governed by Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC). HMC has 50 wards across 5 boroughs. Online portal: https://www.myhmc.in/. State context: West Bengal state RTI hub.

Howrah — at a glance

State West Bengal
Municipal body Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC)
About HMC has 50 wards across 5 boroughs
Online portal https://www.myhmc.in/
Reply window 30 days (§7(1) RTI Act 2005)
Second Appeal West Bengal State Information Commission

15 RTI guides for Howrah

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Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.

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