Champion of basic civic infrastructure PK Ghosh

PK Ghosh laid a strong foundation for the city at a time when the municipal corporation was financially weak.

He prioritised essential services-water supply, drainage, roads and sanitation-under the principle that a city functions only when its basics work. Known for his accessibility, he would personally inspect areas and resolve complaints on the spot. His crackdown on corruption in the octroi department significantly boosted revenues. During crises like the 1992 riots and subsequent sanitation breakdown, as well as the plague scare, Ghosh led swift recovery efforts, restoring normalcy. He is also remembered for heritage conservation in the walled city. He was the one who brought the concept of conservation of pols and historical structures of the city. The initial concept and work done by later municipal commissioners got Ahmedabad the tag of the first world heritage city by UNESCO. Ghosh was appointed chairman of Heritage Conservation Committee (HCC) of the AMC in 2010, managing heritage regulations in the UNESCO World Heritage City.

Visionary Who pushed Growth
Keshav Varma
Keshav Varma brought momentum and financial discipline to the corporation. Through reforms in octroi and property tax systems, he raised revenues and turned deficits into surpluses.An action-oriented leader, he was known to enforce strict quality control. Key infrastructure upgrades were executed during his tenure. He also pioneered municipal bond issuance and laid groundwork for Sabarmati Riverfront.

'The Water Commissioner'
K Kailashnathan
K Kailashnathan earned recognition for resolving the city's water crisis.He ensured timely completion of major water supply schemes. Raska water project was completed in record 150 days. Kailashnathan worked day in and out to solve the drinking water crisis of the city. The water plant has been the lifeline and reduced dependency on bore water. He also revived the AMTS transport system, making it more effective for citizens.

Driving mega projects to completion
IP Gautam
Under IP Gautam, Ahmedabad consolidated its identity as a modern city. He expedited completion of major projects such as BRTS, Kankaria Lakefront, Sabarmati Riverfront and key pipeline works. He also took up the BRTS project and, despite opposition, ensured that the project was brought in the Walled City. Known for his field-driven approach, he professionalised project execution within the municipal system.