The Women and Child Development Department functions under the provisions of the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Act, 1949, and assists the Municipal Commissioner in implementing policies aimed at the overall welfare of women and children within the city.The department undertakes key initiatives such as organizing training programs for women and young girls, and installing play equipment in parks for children, along with promoting schemes that support their educational, social, and economic development.The core objective of the department is to create an empowered, safe, and growth-oriented environment for women and children, thereby contributing to balance and inclusive urban development."