🏗️ MCG Clears 35% of Illegal C&D Waste in Gurugram: A Step Towards a Cleaner City
Gurugram, a city known for its rapid urbanization and bustling infrastructure, has long grappled with the challenge of illegal construction and demolition (C&D) waste dumping. However, recent efforts by the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) have shown promising results.
🚧 The Scale of the Problem
As of September 7, 2025, approximately 150,000 tonnes of C&D waste had been illegally dumped across various parts of Gurugram. This waste, often left unattended, not only tarnishes the city’s aesthetic appeal but also poses significant environmental and health risks.
🧹 MCG Swift Action
In response to the mounting issue, the MCG launched an intensive cleanup drive focusing on high-priority areas like Sector 29 and the Gurugram–Faridabad Road. By September 7, the MCG had successfully cleared 35% of the accumulated debris. The cleared waste was transported to the Basai debris processing plant for proper recycling and disposal.
👮 Strengthening Enforcement
To deter future illegal dumping, the MCG has implemented stringent measures:
24/7 Surveillance: Security personnel, clerks, helpers, and special police officers have been deployed across all four city zones to monitor and prevent unauthorized waste disposal.
Sanitation Security Force (SSF): This dedicated team has been actively issuing fines and lodging FIRs against offenders. In the past month alone, the SSF imposed penalties amounting to ₹3.5 lakh and seized 38 vehicles involved in illegal dumping.
Legal Actions: Under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, violators face fines up to ₹1 lakh and imprisonment for up to five years.
🏭 Expanding Recycling Capacity
Recognizing the need for long-term solutions, the Haryana government has approved the expansion of the Basai C&D waste plant’s capacity from 300 to 1,200 metric tonnes per day. This enhancement aims to accommodate the city’s daily C&D waste generation, estimated at 1,500–2,000 tonnes. Additionally, a new 400 TPD plant is proposed in Begumpur Khatola to further bolster recycling efforts. The Times of India
🌿 Community Involvement
The MCG emphasizes the importance of public participation in maintaining cleanliness. Residents are encouraged to report illegal dumping activities and can contact the civic body for assistance in removing construction waste.
🏁 Looking Ahead
While the MCG’s recent efforts have yielded commendable results, the battle against illegal C&D waste dumping is ongoing. The civic body remains committed to its goal of making Gurugram debris-free by the end of September. Continuous monitoring, public awareness, and stringent enforcement will be key to sustaining these positive changes.
