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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*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*

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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.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*Commissioner Municipal Corporation conducts surprise inspections across the city*

*Instructs officials to monitor all parameters of Swacchta, very strictly*

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Chandigarh, July 23:- Reiterating the commitment of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh to make the city No 1 is Swacchta Sarvekshan, Commissioner Municipal Corporation did surprises checking early in the morning, across various  sectors. 

Bringing the focus back on Swacchta, toilets, road berms , open areas, back lanes and parks were inspected by Ms Anindita Mitra IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation today. She was accompanied by Sh Gurinder Sodhi PCS and Sh N P Sharma Chief Engineer.  Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS  today directed the concerned officials of engineering wing and sanitation inspectors to strictly monitor the cleaning of urinals and toilets in public places to ensure better hygiene during monsoon.

During her early morning inspection of city Markets, roads and toilets, the Commissioner today inspected the areas of sector 4, 7, 27, 28, 51, 52, Industrial area and Ramdarbar. 

She directed the staff deployed in public toilets to clean the toilets at least thrice daily. She also asked the concerned officials to check if the facilities are unclean or filthy. Cleaning of toilets near colonies and pockets are being monitored closely where there are more chances of the virus spreading. She directed the officials for ensuring availability of adequate water at these facilities adding that if any toilets is found unhygienic during the inspection by the commissioner appropriate action will be taken against the concerned officials of the concerned area.

The Commissioner said that poor sanitation results in a multitude of problems. A dirty toilet not only invites disease but also impacts citizens’ health and dignity and depletes the environment. Availability to clean public toilet seats will lead to cleaner roads and pedestrian footpaths fresh air, aesthetically beautiful gardens, healthy and mindful citizens and a significantly clear city,” said the Commissioner.

In addition to that she directed the concerned engineers to clean road berms and repair broken kerb channels. She also directed them for proper pruning of trees and regular lifting of horticulture waste and malba scattered on the open spaces.

She also inspected segregation of waste at households and appreciated the local residents for keeping their garbage wet, dry, hazardous and sanitary separately. She suggested the local residents keep their waste in compostable bags instead of keeping it in Polythene bags.

Further, she solicited the support and cooperation of residents of Chandigarh in keeping the city clean and green. 

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*MCC committed towards promoting sustainability and inclusivity*

*Opens it’s fourth ‘One Rupee Store’, at Sunder Nagar Mauli Jagran*

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Chandigarh, July 21:- Aiming to provide affordable items to those in need while promoting the concept of reducing, reusing and recycling, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has started its fourth ‘One Ruppee Store’ at the Community Centre, Sundar Nagar, Mauli Jagran, here today.

City Mayor, Sh. Anup Gupta inaugurated the store in the evening in the presence of  Municipal Commissioner Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, the area councilor Smt. Bimla Dubey, other senior officials of MCC, and prominent members of the ward.

While speaking on the occasion, the Mayor said that the MCC’s permanent RRR center in Sector 17 has received an overwhelming response from citizens, enabling the establishment of this store. The aim of this initiative is to provide affordable items to those in need while promoting the concept of reducing, reusing, and recycling. The store offers a variety of items such as books, electronics, clothing, crockery, kitchenware, toys, and bed sheets, all priced at just Rs. 1 per item.

He said that the Municipal Corporation has set up its permanent RRR center at New Bridge Market, near Jagat Cinema in Sector 17, where citizens are encouraged to donate items that are no longer in use to help those in need. He added that after cleaning, repairing, and refurbishing the donated items collected at the RRR center in Sector 17, the MCC is committed to organizing more such one-rupee stores in different areas/wards of the city.

Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, also expressed her gratitude to the citizens of tricity for their overwhelming response and support. She noted that this is the fourth successful one-rupee store, and the MCC is committed to serving the community by establishing more such stores throughout the city. The launch of this store is a testament to the MCC’s efforts towards creating sustainable and inclusive practices that benefit citizens from all walks of life. She said that the MCC is showing its commitment towards promoting sustainability and inclusivity with opening of these kind of stores in the colony areas of the city.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

Digital Population Clock Inaugurated at PU

Chandigarh July 20, 2023

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The Population Research Centre(PRC) Panjab University, Chandigarh installed a Population Clock at T Point Near USOL of the Panjab University Chandigarh.  The population clock installed will be one with dual population statistics display i.e it will display the population figures of India as well as the population figure of Chandigarh .

The digital population clock was inaugurated by Shri Banwari Lal Purohit Ji, Honorable Governor of Punjab and Administrator UT Chandigarh. Shri Purohit ji discussed the features of the population clock and its benefit for the younger generation. Shri S.R. Meena Director General (Stats) also highlighted the relevance of the population clock.

Prof Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor, Panjab University, Chandigarh in her remarks discussed the setting up of population clock, the issues of population growth, the problems of small family norm and falling sex-ratios she congratulated the Population Research Centre for this achievement.

Shri Satya Pal Jain, ADG and former MP who was the guest of honor discussed the issues of population growth, development and size of population.

Other members present includes University officials, faculty members, fellow and students were also present on the occasion.

Prof. Kumool Abhi, Director, PRC informed that the Population Clock is funded by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Government of India and total cost of installation of the population was Rs. 4,03,560.00.  

A digital population clock is an essential population data tool used to estimate real-time population size of a geographical/ administrative area based on scientific assumptions about birth, death and net migration rates. This clock will be of immense help in spreading awareness about various parameters of fertility, mortality and family planning among researchers, faculty members, students, young generations and the community at large.  Further the clock will help in enhancing the visibility of the Population Research Centre both within and outside the University campus.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

Cleanliness Drive at Student Centre, PU, Chandigarh

Chandigarh July 20, 2023

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The National Service Scheme (NSS) in collaboration with the Dean Student Welfare organized the Cleanliness Drive at Student Centre, PU, Chandigarh. About 100 students, faculty members, DSE office staff and horticulture workers participated in the programme. The enthusiastic volunteers comprising dedicated students from various departments, came together to take part in this noble initiative. The primary objective was to promote a clean and hygienic environment and raise awareness about the importance of maintaining cleanliness for the healthier community. During the drive the N.S.S. volunteer diligently cleaned the surrounding, collected and disposed of litter, demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability and community welfare.

About 10 students from Enactus Panjab University team participated in this drive. Prof. Jitender Grover (DSW), Prof. Simrat Kahlon (DSW-Women) and Dr. Naresh Kumar (Associate DSW) encouraged the students and took part in this cleanliness drive. All wardens of the girls and boys hostels were also present.

Dr. Vivek Kumar, Chairperson, CMP and NSS PO and Dr. Simran Preet, NSS-PO also participated in the program and motivated the NSS volunteers. During the cleanliness drive, all the students were advised to dispose of waste properly, avoid littering, and maintain cleanliness in student centre, PU. This cleanliness drive is just one of the many initiatives undertaken by the NSS unit of Panjab University, Chandigarh as part of its commitment to community service and social upliftment.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

MC Chandigarh committed to make Chandigarh No 1 in Swacch Sarvekshan 2023*

*Mayor Chandigarh advocates Segregation of waste in Kishangarh*

*SBM Brand Ambassador Kanhiya Mittal creates awareness among masses*

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Chandigarh, July 18:- To promote Swachhta in Chandigarh and to make citizens aware of the importance of source segregation of waste, Sh. Anup Gupta, Mayor, Chandigarh, along with the city’s Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) Brand Ambassador and renowned Bhajan Singer Sh. Kanhiya Mittal, created awareness amongst the citizens  in Kishangarh today. The programme was followed by a Bhajan-Kirtan by Kanhiya Mittal.

During the programme, the Mayor said that “Cleanliness and hygiene are essential for a healthy and sustainable environment. The Swachh Bharat Mission is a national movement that aims to promote cleanliness. As responsible citizens, it is our duty to take ownership and contribute towards making our surroundings cleaner and greener.”

He urged the citizens of Kishangarh to adopt eco-friendly practices and segregate their waste into dry, wet, hazardous, sanitary and domestic categories. Proper waste disposal will not only ensure a cleaner environment but also help in reducing the risk of diseases, he added.

Sh. Kanhiya Mittal, the SBM Brand Ambassador, also addressed the gathering and emphasized the need for citizens to take responsibility for their waste and maintain cleanliness in their surroundings.

The programme was attended by a large number of citizens, including children and local residents.

The Mayor and brand ambassador also distributed ‘Mera Shehar Meri Pehchaan’ and segregation of waste pamphlets to local residents.

After the programme, the Mayor alongwith local residents visited the rain affected areas and asked the MCC engineers to repair the damaged roads at the earliest and other amenities in the area.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*MCC committed to make Chandigarh No 1 in Swacch Sarvekshan 2023*

*Launches  awareness & citizen feedback pamphlet*

*Aims to encourage citizen to give feedback in Swachh Survekshan survey*

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Chandigarh, July 14:- Taking another step towards improved and efficient processing of Municipal Solid Waste, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has launched Swachh Survekshan 2023 awareness and citizen feedback pamphlet.

Mayor Chandigarh,Sh. Anup Gupta and Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh launched the pamphlet here today at the PINK Material Recovery Facility (MRF) by distributing among the door to door waste collection vehicles, through which the same will be given to the city residents for creating awareness.

While speaking on the occasion, the Mayor said that the Swachh Survekshan 2023 awareness pamphlet aims to encourage citizen feedback in ongoing Swachh Survekshan and promote source segregation in Chandigarh. To ensure maximum reach, citizen awareness pamphlets have been printed in three languages i.e. in English, Hindi, and Punjabi will be distributed in all city wards.

He urged all citizens to actively participate in the survey and provide valuable feedback to make Chandigarh a cleaner and healthier city.

The Commissioner appreciated the hard work of the garbage collection staff and motivated them to continue striving for excellence to make Chandigarh the top city in Swachh Survekshan 2023.

She appreciated the Citizens of Chandigarh for segregating waste so well that 72% marks were received for segregation in Sarvekshan 2022 and appealed to citizens to join hands to make Chandigarh cleaner and greener by promoting waste segregation and a cleaner environment.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*Kirron Kher lays foundation stone of foot bridge connecting passage to Faidan*

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Chandigarh, July 13:- Mrs. Kirron Kher, Member Parliament, Chandigarh today laid foundation stone of foot bridge over N-choe, connecting passage to Faidan village from the city.

City Mayor Sh. Anup Gupta, Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Sh. Kanwarjeet Singh, Senior Deputy Mayor, other councillors and officers alongwith local residents were present during the occasion.

While addressing the local residents, the MP said that this foot bridge will facilitate thousands of people of village faidan. She said that the earlier provided bridge was damaged due to recent rains and now with the provision of new bridge it will be a big relief to the local residents.

The Mayor said that this foot bridge having length of 27 meter will be constructed at a cost of 143.82 lacs in 9 month time period.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

Kirron Kher lays foundation stone of development of green belt at sector 50 A&B*

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Chandigarh, July 13:- Member Parliament, Chandigarh Smt. Kirron Kher laid the foundation stone of Development of Green belt at sector 50 A & B, here today in the presence of Sh. Anup Gupta, city Mayor, Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Sh. Kanwarjeet Singh, Senior Deputy Mayor, Sh. Rajinder Sharma, area councilor, other councillors and officers of MCC and local residents of the area.

While addressing the gathering, the MP appreciated the work done by the Municipal Corporation and said this beautiful green belt would be beneficial for all people, including young, old and children. She also congratulated the councillors and MC team of engineers for developing various projects for the benefits of city residents.

Mayor Sh. Anup Gupta said the Municipal Corporation was providing the facility of green belts in each sector city beautiful regularly. He informed about the main features of the green belt having total area 4.38 acre. 

The Mayor also listed various major projects started by the Municipal Corporation, including the road repair works and sanitation programmes under the Swachh Bharat Mission. He said that the green belt will be completed at a cost of Rs. 69.49 lacs in six months time period.

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*MC Chandigarh takes action against encroachments in Sector 15 Patel Market*

*Mayor and Commissioner take  stock of restoration work of drinking water supply pipeline to Manimajra*

*80MM water supply pipeline will be restored within 3 days*

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Chandigarh, July 11:- Sh. Anup Gupta, City Mayor and Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today visited the site at Manimajra, where main canal water supply pipeline 80mm  near Bapu Dham colony was washed away  during heavy rain on 9th July resulting in disruption of water supply to Manimajra.

During the visit Mayor and Commissioner were apprised by the engineers on field that because of heavy impact of flowing water, the pipeline has been badly damaged, disrupting water supply to the entire area of Manimajra. 

The Commissioner said that 24 tankers have been specially deployed in Manimajra from *6 am to 8 pm* for supply of drinking water and approx 4 lac litres of drinking water has been supplied. She added that the arrangement shall continue till the resumption of piped water supply services. 

Mayor Chandigarh, Sh Anup Gupta said that all engineering teams are on the job 24*7 and the supply shall be restored within 3 days. He further appealed to the residents of the area to conserve water and avoid using drinking water for non drinking purposes.

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