*MC Commissioner Amit Kumar leads intensive sanitation challan drive to boost City Cleanliness*
*Chandigarh, April 26:-* Taking a decisive step toward enhancing the city’s cleanliness and waste management systems, Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar today spearheaded the launch of a comprehensive Sanitation Challan Drive across Chandigarh.
Under his direct supervision and guidance, dedicated teams of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh have been actively monitoring public spaces, commercial establishments, and residential areas to identify and penalise violations of sanitation norms.
The Commissioner emphasized that this initiative is aimed at instilling a stronger sense of civic responsibility among residents and business owners, urging them to contribute proactively towards maintaining the city’s hygiene.
As part of today’s drive, 43 challans were issued, including 14 on-the-spot penalties to individuals caught throwing waste in public areas. Special attention was given to Garbage Vulnerable Points (GVPs), where MCC sanitary inspectors opened garbage bags to trace ownership. Based on evidence found, several households and establishments were identified and challaned for non-compliance with the city’s Waste Management Bylaws.
Commissioner Amit Kumar reiterated that such enforcement drives will be conducted regularly and that stricter actions will be implemented to ensure the highest standards of sanitation in Chandigarh. He called upon all citizens to support the Municipal Corporation’s efforts by following waste management rules diligently.
Under the leadership Commissioner the MCC is committed to making Chandigarh a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable city.
