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SUMMARY:Municipal Governance in Federal Systems (Theme 4): Intergovernmental  Fiscal Transfers
DESCRIPTION:Cities in federal systems operate within complex institutional arrangements, balancing authority, resources, and accountability across multiple levels of government. As urbanisation accelerates, metropolitan regions are emerging as key drivers of economic growth while simultaneously facing challenges of infrastructure stress, spatial expansion, inequality, and climate risks. Globally, debates on urban governance have increasingly focused on leadership structures, coordination mechanisms, and institutional design.\nIn India, despite the vision of decentralised governance under the 74th Constitutional Amendment, urban local bodies often face limited autonomy, weak fiscal capacity, and fragmented governance structures. Recent developments—such as reforms in metropolitan governance and evolving city-regional approaches—have renewed attention on how cities can be governed more effectively within a federal framework.\nObjectives of the Webinar SeriesThis webinar series seeks to:\n\nUnderstand how different governance structures (single-tier vs multi-tier) shape urban management\nCompare leadership models, including executive mayors and commissioner-led systems\nExamine challenges faced by cities, particularly in service delivery and coordination\nAnalyse fiscal systems, including intergovernmental transfers and urban financing mechanisms\n\n \nTheme IV: Intergovernmental Fiscal Transfers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFiscal autonomy is central to effective municipal governance, yet Indian municipalities continue to rely heavily on intergovernmental transfers due to weak own-source revenues. Despite cities contributing nearly two-thirds of India’s GDP, municipal revenues remain limited, with low property tax collections and reduced fiscal powers following the introduction of GST. The Union Budget 2025–26’s ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund offers new opportunities for urban financing through borrowing, PPPs, and market-based mechanisms. Against this backdrop, the webinar will examine how intergovernmental fiscal transfers can strengthen municipal autonomy while promoting accountability, equity, and sustainable urban development.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://www.inhaf.org/webinar/municipal-governance-in-federal-systems-theme-4-intergovernmental-fiscal-transfers/
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