Daibaddha, a non-political organisation of the municipal officials comprising more than 100 members, is now in the process of shortlisting the location for the construction of the municipal community home.

"We thought that a place where retired employees can live in peace, if possible with families, was needed. Several people are willing to donate their lands for the construction of the building. Plots have been offered at Metiabruz, Bhadreshwar and Ghatshila. If requirement arises, we might request the corporation or the state government for land," said Prabir Bhattacharya, secretary of the association.

Statistics available with the municipal body suggest that more than 1,000 employees retire at different levels, annually.

The city is served by around 35,000 people working for the KMC at different levels. "The employees are provided with a pension but that does not always assure them a decent place to stay," said Bhattacharya.

Around 55 employees, recently, have pledged to donate their bodies after death