Silent march urges citizens to segregate hazardous waste responsibly

To promote awareness on the safe disposal of hazardous household waste, the South Zone of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), in partnership with the National Cadet Corps (NCC), organised a silent march on Wednesday.

The march, which began from Safdarjung Enclave and culminated at RK Puram, was aimed at educating citizens about the risks sanitation workers face due to improper waste segregation.

Led by MCD Deputy Commissioner (South Zone) Dilkhush Meena and Lt Col Gyanesh Lamba of the NCC, the march saw enthusiastic participation from dozens of NCC cadets.

The cadets carried banners with messages such as ‘Safai Apnao, Bimari Bhagao’, urging the public to adopt responsible waste disposal habits.

Mayor Raja Iqbal Singh thanked the NCC for their collaboration and support. He stated, “Clean Delhi, Healthy Delhi is not just a dream, but a shared responsibility. We all must contribute to making it a reality.”

Deputy Commissioner Meena emphasised the symbolic power of the event, stating, “When words fall short, action must speak. This march is not just a protest, it’s a promise to protect those who keep our city clean. This silent march is a tribute to our sanitation workers and a call for action to every citizen to practice responsible waste segregation at the source.”

Lt Col Lamba stressed the need for public awareness and accountability. “We all should take appropriate care in disposal of hazardous waste as it can hurt sanitation workers looking after cleanliness,” he said.

The march is part of MCD South Zone’s ongoing efforts under the Swachh Bharat Mission and Swachh Survekshan to build a cleaner and safer Delhi by 2028. The campaign specifically targets the proper handling and disposal of domestic hazardous waste.