Manesar plans 3 sites for scientific disposal of construction waste

Sites identified at Nainwal, Harsaru and Sector 6, with tenders floated for infrastructure and waste handling arrangements.

Published on: Mar 31, 2026, 06:57:17 IST

By Leena Dhankhar

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The Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) has prepared a comprehensive framework for the scientific disposal of construction and demolition (C&D) waste, identifying three dedicated collection centres at Nainwal village, Harsaru, and Sector 6, officials said.

Officials say the project is in early stages, with timelines yet to be finalised pending tendering and mobilisation. (Parveen Kumar/HT)

The move comes amid growing concerns over unregulated dumping of construction debris across the rapidly urbanising region. Under the plan, all C&D waste generated within municipal limits will be transported to these designated sites for systematic handling and processing.

Officials said the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC), in collaboration with a private firm, is working on setting up a C&D waste processing plant with a capacity of 100 tonnes per day. Until the plant becomes operational, MCM has requested the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) to facilitate disposal through its existing facility.

Manesar municipal commissioner Pradeep Singh said preparatory work has begun. “We have identified three sites for C&D waste collection and floated tenders for their development. The project includes installation of pre-coated galvanised iron sheets, precast boundary walls, and proper arrangements for segregation and transportation of waste,” he said.

Officials have not set a clear timeline for the collection centres or the 100-TPD plant; while tenders are floated, the project remains in early stages pending finalisation and mobilisation.

Singh added that the initiative aims to curb illegal dumping. “At present, a significant portion of construction waste is being disposed of in open areas, leading to environmental concerns and inconvenience to residents. With these designated sites, we aim to ensure scientific disposal and better monitoring,” Singh said.

To be sure, Manesar generates around 10 tonnes per day (TPD) of C&D waste without a dedicated processing plant, relying on limited informal disposal, while neighbouring Gurugram produces 1,500–2,000 TPD.

Officials said the plan also includes provisions for segregation at source and safe transportation. Once operational, the processing plant will enable environmentally sustainable recycling of waste.

Civic authorities said the project is expected to be rolled out on the ground in the coming weeks and will contribute to improved urban cleanliness and reduced pollution.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Leena Dhankhar
Leena Dhankhar is Senior Editor and Bureau Chief, Gurugram, at Hindustan Times, where she has spent over 17 years chronicling the transformation of one of India's fastest-growing urban regions. From starting her career as a crime reporter to leading the Gurugram bureau, her journalism has been defined by investigative reporting, in-depth storytelling and an unwavering focus on public interest. Over nearly two decades, she has reported extensively across crime, politics, civic governance, elections, real estate, environment, courts, sports, education and entertainment, covering Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal. Her reporting has exposed several major scams and systemic failures, including insurance frauds, waste management irregularities, illegal arms manufacturing units in Nuh, illegal mining in the Aravallis, organised crime networks and governance lapses affecting millions of residents. Known for her investigative work and exclusive stories, Leena has reported on high-impact national issues, including the Nicaragua charter flight carrying Indian migrants that was turned back amid allegations of human trafficking, exposing the growing network of illegal immigration rackets. Her work has also focused on gang wars, prison administration, juvenile crime, women and child protection systems, the functioning of the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee, and environmental challenges such as pollution, waterlogging and deteriorating civic infrastructure. Beyond hard news, Leena has extensively documented Haryana's rich heritage, forests and wildlife, bringing attention to the state's historical landmarks, biodiversity, conservation efforts and ecological challenges through immersive reportage and feature writing. Her journalism has consistently gone beyond breaking news. She has documented Gurugram's rapid urbanisation through long-form narratives and enterprise reporting on issues ranging from pothole-ridden roads, flooding and waste management to the changing social fabric of India's Millennium City. She also writes widely read feature columns, including The Outsider, Changemaker, and Concern for Gurugram, profiling people, places and ideas shaping the city's identity. Leena is the author of Gurugram School Murder, published by Juggernaut Books, a deeply reported account of one of India's most high-profile school murder investigations. She is currently working on her second book, an investigative work exploring some of India's most significant scams and fraud investigations. Beyond print journalism, she has expanded her storytelling through public speaking and digital media. She is a TEDx speaker and has produced podcasts exploring Gurugram's transformation, civic challenges and untold stories. Her work reflects a commitment to narrative journalism that combines rigorous reporting with compelling storytelling. A law graduate with an MBA in Human Resources, Leena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her reporting, particularly on governance, public policy and legal affairs. She has travelled extensively across India to pursue investigative assignments, often reporting from remote locations and conflict-prone areas in search of stories that matter.Read More

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