New Delhi, Sep 1 (PTI) After simplification of the process of obtaining a general trade license, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has issued 21,684 new licenses between April 1 and August 31 this year, the civic body said on Thursday.

During the same period, 23,599 old licences have been renewed, it said in a statement.

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The MCD is continuously making efforts to augment its revenue, it said.

"During the period of 1st April 2022 to 31st August 2022, it has garnered a total revenue of Rs 64.7 cr from issuance and renewal of general trade licenses," the civic body said in a statement.

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After simplification of the process of obtaining a general trade license, the MCD has issued 21,684 new licenses, and 23,599 old licence have been renewed during this period, it said.

The revenue garnered will enable the corporation to discharge its mandate efficiently towards public benefit and also pay salaries, pensions and related liabilities of its employees, the MCD said.

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