Haryana to Tackle Waste Management in Gurugram and Faridabad | 06 Jan 2024

Why in News?

According to Haryana chief secretary, the state government has awarded contracts worth ₹126 crore to process 15 lakh metric tonne legacy waste at Bandhwari in Gurugram.

• An action plan has been prepared to achieve this target by June 2024.

Key Points

• The officers of the pollution control board are directed to take strict action against agencies and officials failing to address issues related to waste management.
  • Penalties will be imposed against those responsible for delay in waste management and disposal tasks in landfills at Gurugram and Faridabad.
• Faridabad Municipal Corporation (MC) commissioner is also directed to complete development at Mujheri and install trammels by January end and to commence operations at Pratapgarh site by mid-February 2024.
• Regular awareness programs on waste segregation and daily monitoring of compliance will be conducted by Gurugram MC and Faridabad MC.