Gurgaon, July 2, 2024 — Residents of Sector 9A in Gurgaon have expressed growing frustration over the Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG)’s neglect of sanitation services, leading to garbage accumulation and attracting pests. Despite government declarations of a sanitation emergency, persistent issues with waste collection and cleanliness have prompted demands for better services and machinery.
Garbage Accumulation and Health Hazards
The streets of Sector 9A have not been cleaned for over a week, resulting in piles of garbage and rotting horticultural waste along the roadsides. Residents allege that the MCG has neglected sanitation services in the area, with only 5-6 of the assigned 20 sanitation staffers showing up for work. This lack of manpower has led to the widespread accumulation of waste.
The situation has deteriorated since a new sanitation agency was deployed by the MCG last year. Despite multiple complaints from the Residents Welfare Association (RWA) demanding adequate manpower and regular cleanliness, there has been no significant improvement.
Government Response and Resident Complaints
In response to the growing sanitation crisis, the Haryana government declared a ‘solid waste exigency’ last month and formed a six-member committee to oversee the implementation of the Solid Waste Environment Exigency Programme (SWEEP). However, residents argue that the situation remains dire.
“Govt has declared a sanitation emergency, but the situation remains very poor. Door to door waste collection service has been hampered while there is no improvement in sweeping despite repeated complaints to MCG. Govt should provide machinery and manpower to RWAs instead of contractors,” said Lalit Suraj Bhola, general secretary of Sector 9A RWA.
Official Response and Future Actions
Senior sanitation inspector Sandeep acknowledged the complaints and stated that he has visited the sector to direct the agency to ensure adequate staff deployment. “It is false as we have been clearing garbage from the collection point regularly. There was an issue with door-to-door collection services, but we are working on it,” he said.
Residents, however, remain skeptical and demand immediate and effective action to address the sanitation crisis. The community urges the government and MCG to provide the necessary resources and support to maintain cleanliness and prevent health hazards.
Moving Forward
As Sector 9A continues to grapple with sanitation issues, residents call for immediate intervention and sustained efforts to improve waste management services. The provision of adequate manpower and machinery is crucial to resolving the crisis and ensuring a clean and healthy environment for all.
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