Chattogram City Corporation (; abbreviated as CCC) is a local government authority responsible for administering all civic services in Chittagong, the second-largest city of Bangladesh. The CCC government is elected by popular vote every five years. The corporation is headed by a mayor, who oversees a council consisting of 55 councillors representing the city's wards. The functions and powers of the CCC are defined under the provisions of the .
The area now known as Chattogram has a long and distinguished urban history due to its strategic location along the Bay of Bengal. The city developed early as a major maritime and commercial hub, linking Bengal with South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa.
Historical evidence suggests that Chattogram functioned as an important seaport from at least the 9th century. Arab, Persian, and Chinese traders frequently used the port, contributing to its growth as a center of international commerce. During the medieval period, the region came under the control of various local rulers before being incorporated into the Bengal Sultanate in the 14th century. Under the Sultanate, Chattogram flourished as a center of maritime trade and Islamic culture.
In the early 16th century, the port attracted European traders, particularly the Portuguese, who established a strong commercial presence in the region. In 1666, Chattogram was conquered by the Mughal Empire under Subahdar Shaista Khan, ending Portuguese dominance. The Mughals renamed the city Islamabad and integrated it into the administrative system of Mughal Bengal, further strengthening its economic and strategic importance.
Following the decline of Mughal authority, Chattogram came under the control of the British East India Company in 1760. During British rule, the port was modernized and expanded, becoming a key outlet for tea, jute, and other commodities from eastern Bengal and the hill regions. Municipal administration was gradually introduced during this period, laying the foundation for modern urban governance.
After the Partition of India in 1947, Chattogram became part of East Pakistan. The city experienced rapid population growth and industrial expansion, largely driven by port-related activities. Chattogram played a significant role in the Bangladesh Liberation War, notably when the declaration of independence was broadcast from the Kalurghat Radio Station on 26 March 1971.
Following the independence of Bangladesh, Chattogram continued to expand as the countryâÂÂs principal seaport city. The municipal authority was upgraded to Chittagong City Corporation in 1990, replacing the former municipal system. In 2018, the official English name was changed to Chattogram City Corporation in accordance with the governmentâÂÂs standardized transliteration policy..
Today, Chattogram City Corporation administers one of the largest metropolitan areas in Bangladesh. The city remains a vital center for commerce, industry, shipping, and logistics, anchored by the Port of Chattogram. Ongoing development initiatives focus on transportation infrastructure, housing, environmental management, and the modernization of civic services.
The Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) administers the metropolitan area through 16 thanas: Akbarshah, Bakalia, Bandar, Bayazid, Chandgaon, Double Mooring, Halishahar, Khulshi, Kotwali, Pahartali, Panchlaish, Patenga, Chawkbazar, Sadarghat, EPZ and Karnaphuli. These thanas are further subdivided into 41 wards and 211 mahallas. The CCC also administers small adjoining areas of Hathazari Upazila as part of its extended jurisdiction.
The Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) is responsible for administering the city and ensuring the provision of essential infrastructure and public services. Its functions include urban planning, transport management, healthcare, education, waste management, water supply, and security. Through these services, CCC aims to improve the quality of life for residents and promote sustainable urban development.
It coordinates with relevant authorities to ensure proper water supply, sanitation, traffic management, and security for residents, aiming to improve the quality of urban life and support sustainable city development.
Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) has announced a budget of for 2025-2026 fiscal year.
Chattogram City Corporation is administratively divided into 41 wards. Each ward is represented by one elected councillor, while additional reserved women councillors are elected for groups of wards, as provided under the Local Government (City Corporation) Act.
The deputy mayor (also known as Panel mayor) is the elected executive of the City Corporation. Three Panel Mayors are chosen from council members, with the top-voted serving as Deputy Mayor and Acting Mayor in the MayorâÂÂs absence. The other two Panel Mayors assist in overseeing key offices and supporting executive functions.