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RTI in Kolkata — 15 city services covered

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City summary. Kolkata is governed by Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC). KMC has 144 wards across 16 boroughs. Online portal: https://www.kmcgov.in/. State context: West Bengal state RTI hub.

Kolkata — at a glance

State West Bengal
Municipal body Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC)
About KMC has 144 wards across 16 boroughs
Online portal https://www.kmcgov.in/
Reply window 30 days (§7(1) RTI Act 2005)
Second Appeal West Bengal State Information Commission

15 RTI guides for Kolkata

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Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.

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