MCG intensifies efforts to curb illegal dumping in Gurugram

With the installation of CCTV cameras starting November 1, MCG said that it hopes to put a stop to the illegal garbage dumping across Gururgam

Updated on: Oct 7, 2024, 06:40:08 IST

By Leena Dhankhar, Gurugram

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The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has ramped up its efforts to improve city sanitation, focusing on stricter enforcement against illegal dumping, according to officials. Following the recent removal of election posters, banners, and hoardings from the city’s main roads, MCG sanitation teams have been instructed to increase their on-ground presence to ensure thorough cleaning of garbage vulnerable points (GVPs).

MCG commissioner Narhari Singh Bangar along with other corporation officials during a spot visit on Sunday. (HT Photo)

During a meeting on Saturday, MCG additional commissioner Dr Balpreet Singh spoke about the need for continuous vigilance, especially in areas prone to illegal dumping. “CCTV cameras will soon be installed at GVPs to monitor and curb illegal dumping more effectively. The MCG is continuously working towards keeping Gurugram clean, but illegal dumping has been observed even after areas have been cleaned. With the installation of CCTV cameras starting November 1, we hope to put a stop to this,” said Dr. Singh. These cameras are expected to help identify offenders, allowing authorities to take appropriate legal action and impose fines where necessary, he added.

Municipal Commissioner Narhari Singh Bangar said they will intensify the city’s cleanliness and waste management efforts. “Our goal is to make Gurugram one of the cleanest cities in the country. We are taking every possible measure to ensure that sanitation teams are regularly monitoring critical areas, and the installation of CCTV cameras will play a pivotal role in maintaining cleanliness standards. Residents’ cooperation is also vital to the success of this drive,” Bangar said.

Meanwhile, MCG commissioner Narhari Singh Bangar said that the effort to intensify the city’s sanitation efforts is fuelled by the corporation’s commitment to making Gurugram one of the cleanest cities in the country. “We are taking every possible measure to ensure sanitation teams regularly monitor critical areas, and the installation of CCTV cameras will play a pivotal role in maintaining cleanliness standards. Residents’ cooperation is also vital to the success of this drive,” he added.

In the meeting, the officials announced that MCG is also focusing on preventing the formation of new GVPs in key areas such as main roads, service lanes, and green belt zones, especially around National Highway 8. They have deployed teams to monitor agencies responsible for sanitation and have ordered strict enforcement of cleanliness regulations. Similarly, bulk waste generators are being targeted as well, with new fines and mandatory registration requirements on the online portal to ensure compliance.

This intensified campaign comes as part of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs’ “Swachhata Hi Seva” initiative. MCG is actively promoting the campaign in all four zones of Gurugram, urging residents to take responsibility for keeping their neighbourhoods clean and avoiding illegal dumping. At the meeting, officials also stressed the urgency of expediting waste transportation to the Bandhwari landfill.

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