Cooch Behar, the district headquarters of Cooch Behar District, is the gateway to the Northeast and Bhutan, sharing a long border with Bangladesh. Historically ruled by the Koch Kings and later the British, the town is renowned for its planned layout, developed since before 1885. Its early water supply system, street lighting, pucca drains, and wide roads reflect royal-era urban planning. The town is rich in heritage structures, including the Cooch Behar Palace, Victoria College, Jenkins School, Sunity Academy, Lansdowne Hall, Madan Mohan Temple, and many more. The magnificent Cooch Behar Palace (1879–1887), inspired by Italian and Venetian architecture, remains the prime attraction. Now maintained by the Archaeological Department, the palace draws thousands of tourists each year.
Simple, transparent, and accessible e-services for all residents.
Single Window Online Building Plan Approval System Issuance of Trade License (Certificate of Enlistment) Online Municipal Mutation Online Property Tax Information & Collection System Road Cutting Permission for authorized public utility projects.
What We Offer
Manages daily municipal operations, official records, staffing, coordination, and smooth implementation of governance activities.
Oversees construction, maintenance, and development of municipal roads, drains, buildings, and essential civic infrastructure.
Ensures safe water sourcing, treatment, distribution, pipeline maintenance, and prompt response to supply issues.
Maintains public hygiene, sanitation services, disease prevention activities, and cleanliness across municipal areas.
Handles daily waste collection, segregation, transportation, disposal, and promotes clean, eco-friendly municipal environments.
Assesses properties, updates tax records, collects municipal taxes, and ensures transparent financial administration.
Issues and renews trade licenses, verifies compliance, and regulates commercial activities within the municipality.
Approves building plans, monitors construction, and ensures compliance with municipal development and safety regulations.
Receives complaints, tracks resolutions, supports citizens, and ensures responsive, people-friendly municipal service delivery.
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