Ludhiana, June 16 -- IAS officer Ojasvi Alankar on Monday assumed charge as the municipal corporation commissioner and outlined cleanliness, monsoon preparedness, citizen services and execution of development works among his immediate priorities.

Alankar, a 2020-batch officer, took charge at the MC's Zone D office in Sarabha Nagar in the presence of deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain. He was welcomed by senior civic officials and accorded a guard of honour by a contingent of the Punjab Police.

Soon after assuming office, Alankar chaired a meeting with officials from various branches of the civic body and directed them to remain proactive in the field and ensure efficient and transparent delivery of public services.

Stressing the need fo...