Ludhiana spends over ₹2 cr on rent of poclain machines in 3 yrs

In a striking example of financial mismanagement, the Municipal Corporation has spent over ₹2 crore over the past three years solely on renting poclain machines for cleaning work at the Buddha Nullah, raising serious questions over its spending priorities. The amount, officials admitted, has been incurred only on rent, excluding additional expenses on diesel and maintenance.