WMDA urges public cooperation to keep Manasbal clean

• Advises use of designated dustbins,  collection points to avoid spread of waste

GANDERBAL:  In a significant step aimed to safeguard the fragile ecosystem and enhance cleanliness in Manasbal area, the Wullar-Manasbal Development Authority (MDA) has appealed people living in catchment areas and stakeholders besides tourists to ensure scientific waste management, prevent littering and promote a clean, hygienic and environmentally sustainable Manasbal. 

As per a notification of WMDA, households, commercial establishments and institutions have been directed to hand over their waste only to the designated sanitation staff of WMDA or collection vehicles of the Rural Development Department, Block Safapora, at the notified time and place.

The public has been strictly advised to segregate waste at source, separating wet/ biodegradable waste such as kitchen and food waste from dry/ non-biodegradable waste including plastic, paper, glass and metal. Mixing of wet and dry waste has been prohibited.

The Authority has also imposed a complete ban on dumping of garbage, plastic waste or construction debris on roads, open spaces, water bodies, drains and other public places. Burning of waste in open areas has likewise been prohibited. Citizens have been urged to use designated dustbins and collection points and avoid dumping waste at unauthorized locations.

Further, the Authority has cautioned that any violation of these directions shall invite penal action under the J&K Development Act, Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016 and other relevant regulations, including the imposition of fines and other legal proceedings.

Seeking active public participation, the Manasbal Development Authority appealed to residents, traders, visitors and institutions to cooperate in making Manasbal a litter-free, clean and plastic-free destination.