Amritsar (Suraj Kamlesh): The 24×7 Cleanliness Drive in Amritsar has entered a new phase as the Amritsar Municipal Corporation expands its 24×7 sanitation campaign across the holy city. Commissioner Bikramjit Singh Shergill is leading the initiative to keep Amritsar clean, garbage-free, and environmentally friendly. The campaign focuses on better waste collection, stronger enforcement, and greater public participation.
The Municipal Corporation has introduced special night cleaning operations across the city. Sanitation teams now collect garbage during both the day and night. As a result, the city receives uninterrupted cleaning services. Moreover, this initiative makes Amritsar one of the few cities in the region to operate such an extensive round-the-clock sanitation system. Commissioner Shergill regularly visits different areas to monitor the progress and ensure timely cleaning.
Daily Waste Collection Reaches 700 Metric Tonnes
The 24×7 Cleanliness Drive in Amritsar has already delivered visible results. The Municipal Corporation now collects nearly 700 metric tonnes of solid waste every day. In comparison, the city earlier collected around 500 metric tonnes daily.
This significant increase not only reflects the improved efficiency of sanitation teams but also highlights the administration’s commitment to maintaining a cleaner urban environment. Furthermore, regular monitoring and better waste collection have improved sanitation standards across the city.
Residents Asked to Segregate Wet and Dry Waste
Commissioner Bikramjit Singh Shergill has urged residents, businesses, and institutions to support the 24×7 Cleanliness Drive in Amritsar. Specifically, he encouraged everyone to keep separate bins for wet and dry waste. In addition, citizens should hand over segregated waste only to the Municipal Corporation’s door-to-door collection vehicles.
Furthermore, he requested people not to throw garbage on roads, streets, vacant plots, markets, or public places. Proper waste segregation can improve recycling and reduce environmental pollution. Therefore, public cooperation remains essential for the success of the campaign.
Municipal Corporation Takes Strict Action Against Violators
The Municipal Corporation has intensified its enforcement against littering and illegal garbage dumping. Consequently, officials now issue challans and impose penalties on people and businesses that violate the Municipal Solid Waste Management Rules.
Recently, the civic body took action against Dr. Om Prakash Eye Hospital, CaratLane Showroom (Mall Road), Sardar Paggar Gurmukh Singh Paint Store, a liquor outlet, and Sharma Sweets (Lawrence Road). Officials found these establishments responsible for improper waste disposal and littering.
Notably, Commissioner Shergill personally supervised the enforcement drive. As a result, his presence reinforced the corporation’s zero-tolerance policy against sanitation violations.
Inspection Teams Monitor Every Zone
Sanitation officers and field teams continue to inspect all zones of Amritsar. In addition, they conduct regular and surprise inspections throughout the city. These teams identify violations and take immediate action whenever they find offenders.
Moreover, the administration believes consistent monitoring will improve compliance with sanitation rules. Ultimately, these efforts will help maintain cleanliness in both residential and commercial areas.
Awareness Remains the Main Goal
Commissioner Bikramjit Singh Shergill said the 24×7 Cleanliness Drive in Amritsar is not only about imposing fines. Instead, the campaign also aims to educate citizens about responsible waste disposal. Additionally, officials want people to understand the importance of proper garbage management.
Overall, the Commissioner emphasized that every resident shares the responsibility of keeping Amritsar clean. Therefore, even small efforts by individuals can create a major positive impact on the city’s environment.
He emphasized that every resident shares the responsibility of keeping Amritsar clean. Small efforts by individuals can create a major impact on the city’s environment.
Community Participation Key to a Cleaner Amritsar
The Municipal Corporation has once again appealed to residents to adopt scientific waste segregation practices. Citizens should dispose of garbage responsibly and avoid littering public places.
The 24×7 Cleanliness Drive in Amritsar will continue with 24×7 sanitation services, stronger enforcement, and public awareness campaigns. The administration believes that active community participation will help build a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Amritsar for future generations.
Key Points of the news:
- Amritsar Municipal Corporation has intensified its 24×7 cleanliness drive to keep the holy city clean and garbage-free.
- Daily waste collection has increased from 500 MT to nearly 700 MT, reflecting improved sanitation efforts.
- Special night sanitation and garbage collection operations are being conducted across the city.
- Strict action is being taken against littering and illegal garbage dumping, with fines imposed on violators.
- Residents have been urged to segregate wet and dry waste and support the city’s cleanliness mission.
