*MCC engages agency to collect, lift and transport garbage from litter bins in parks on a daily basis*
*City Mayor flags off the new system for garbage collection in parks and green belts*
Chandigarh, July 24:- The Municipal Corporation of Chandigarh has taken a significant step towards preserving cleanliness in its parks & green belts. Sh. Anup Gupta, Mayor Chandigarh and Municipal Commissioner Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, officers of Municipal Corporation and residents, flagged off the new system for garbage collection.
The new system has been designed to efficiently collect, lift, and transport garbage from litter bins in parks, making the process streamlined and effective. This initiative is part of the Municipal Corporation’s ongoing efforts to create a cleaner and greener city for all its citizens.
Speaking during the occasion, the Mayor stressed the importance of promoting responsible waste disposal practices among the citizens of Chandigarh. He said that all citizens have a collective responsibility to keep the city clean and healthy. By working together, they can build a sustainable future for the generations to come, added the Mayor.
The Commissioner Ms. Anindita Mitra emphasized the significance of this initiative, stating that the new system for garbage collection in parks is a crucial step towards enhancing the beauty and cleanliness of the city’s green spaces. She urged citizens to use litter bins and dispose of waste responsibly for the betterment of the environment.
She further stated that Municipal Corporation is continuously working towards improving the upkeep of its green spaces. Earlier, dustbins of stainless steel had been installed in all parks and green belts and now a proper system has been put in place to ensure that the dustbins are cleared and litter picking done on a daily basis.
