Bulk waste generators told to register on official portal

To address the city’s sanitation challenges, the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has issued a strict directive to all bulk waste generators (BWGs) within its jurisdiction to register on the official portal at onemapdepts.gmda.gov.in/BWG. The move is aimed at ensuring compliance with solid waste management rules and avoiding hefty penalties.

Dr Balpreet Singh, Additional Commissioner of MCG, emphasised during a recent meeting that non-compliance would attract a fine of Rs 25,000 per violation, with further legal action for non-payment of fines.

Under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, it is mandatory for institutions such as schools, colleges, hospitals, hotels, restaurants, dhabas, residential societies, commercial units and industrial establishments to register and manage their waste responsibly. The BWG cell, tasked with daily inspections, is actively identifying violators and imposing penalties to ensure compliance.

Dr Singh outlined that BWGs were required to manage waste at the source by segregating it into wet, dry and hazardous categories. Wet waste should be processed into compost or biogas onsite, while recyclable and hazardous waste must be handed over to authorised recyclers. He stressed that source-level segregation not only minimises environmental stress but also aligns with the city’s sustainable development goals.

The MCG warned that failure to comply will result in repeated penalties and possible legal action, urging establishments to prioritise registration and proper waste management practices. The initiative, part of a broader vision to build an efficient waste management system, aims to make Gurugram a model for sustainable urban living. Dr Singh underscored that active participation from all institutions and organisations is critical to achieving a cleaner and healthier environment for the city’s residents.