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BMC Sets 3-Day Timeframe for Birth, Death Certs

BMC fixes timeframe for new certs, aims to reduce delays

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 12 August 2026 at 12:11 am
BMC Sets 3-Day Timeframe for Birth, Death Certs

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has set a 3-day timeframe for issuing new birth and death certificates in Mumbai. This move comes after the civic body received numerous complaints about delays in the process.

The BMC has instructed all ward offices to ensure that the certificates are issued within 3 working days from the date of application. The civic body has also asked the ward offices to provide a receipt to the applicants, which will have a unique number and the expected date of delivery of the certificate.

The decision to fix a timeframe for issuing birth and death certificates was taken after the BMC received several complaints about the delay in the process. Many residents had complained that they had to wait for weeks, and even months, to get the certificates. The BMC has now decided to streamline the process to reduce the waiting time.

The BMC has a total of 24 ward offices in Mumbai, and all of them will have to follow the new timeframe. The civic body has also asked the ward offices to keep a record of all applications and to update the status of the applications on a daily basis.

The move is expected to benefit thousands of Mumbaikars who apply for birth and death certificates every year. The BMC issues over 1.5 lakh birth certificates and over 50,000 death certificates every year. The civic body has also plans to make the process online in the future, which will further reduce the waiting time.

The BMC's decision to fix a timeframe for issuing birth and death certificates is a welcome move, as it will help to reduce the inconvenience caused to residents due to delays. The civic body's efforts to streamline the process and make it more efficient are commendable.

The BMC has also appealed to the residents to apply for the certificates online, which will help to reduce the waiting time. The civic body has also asked the residents to provide all the required documents, which will help to speed up the process.

In recent years, the BMC has taken several steps to improve the services provided to the residents. The civic body has introduced several online services, including payment of taxes and application for various certificates. The BMC has also set up a call center, which provides assistance to residents on various issues.

The move to fix a timeframe for issuing birth and death certificates is another step in this direction. The BMC's efforts to improve the services and reduce the waiting time are expected to benefit the residents of Mumbai.

The BMC's decision is a significant step towards providing better services to the residents of Mumbai. The civic body's efforts to streamline the process and make it more efficient are commendable. The move is expected to benefit thousands of Mumbaikars who apply for birth and death certificates every year.

The BMC has also plans to review the process and make further improvements in the future. The civic body will monitor the progress and take necessary steps to ensure that the certificates are issued within the stipulated timeframe.

In conclusion, the BMC's decision to fix a timeframe for issuing birth and death certificates is a welcome move. The civic body's efforts to streamline the process and make it more efficient are commendable. The move is expected to benefit thousands of Mumbaikars who apply for birth and death certificates every year.

Frequently asked questions

How long will it take to get a birth or death certificate in Mumbai?

The BMC has set a 3-day timeframe for issuing new birth and death certificates.

How many birth certificates does the BMC issue every year?

The BMC issues over 1.5 lakh birth certificates every year.

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