Sanjeev Khirwar assumes charge as MCD Commissioner
Sanjeev Khirwar, a 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the AGMUT cadre, on Thursday assumed charge as the Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).
Soon after assuming office, Khirwar outlined his priority areas, signalling a focus on strengthening Delhi’s sanitation system, making the MCD financially self-reliant, improving ease of doing business and ensuring that civic services are delivered in a simple, efficient and citizen-friendly manner.
He emphasised that transparency and the use of digital platforms would be central to his approach, with the aim of making municipal services faster, more accountable and more accessible to residents.
Khirwar said improving service delivery at the grassroots level would be a key focus, with special attention on reducing delays and addressing public grievances in a time-bound manner. Officials said the emphasis on digital platforms is expected to help streamline internal processes, improve monitoring of field-level work and reduce paperwork, thereby increasing efficiency across departments.
The financial health of the civic body is another area that is likely to receive attention under the new Commissioner. The MCD has been working to strengthen its revenue streams and manage expenditures more effectively. Making the corporation financially self-reliant is seen as essential for sustaining long-term improvements in infrastructure and services without disruption.
Ease of doing business is also among the priorities outlined by Khirwar. Civic clearances, licences and approvals issued by the MCD directly affect small traders, shopkeepers and entrepreneurs across the city. Officials said simplifying procedures and ensuring predictable timelines can help boost local economic activity while also improving compliance with municipal regulations. Khirwar brings with him extensive administrative experience, having served in several important assignments related to environment, revenue and the Delhi administration.
His exposure to these sectors is expected to help him address complex urban governance issues that require coordination across multiple departments and agencies.
With an academic background in computer science and holding a B.Tech degree, Khirwar is expected to further push technology-driven governance within the MCD.
