New Delhi: The Delhi government on Friday released Rs 500 crore to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to strengthen sanitation services, carry out road repairs, and control dust pollution across the city. The move comes amid growing concerns over piling garbage, damaged roads, and deteriorating air quality in several neighbourhoods.
The decision followed a high level review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta at the Delhi Secretariat, where officials highlighted persistent sanitation gaps, delayed payments to waste management agencies, and multiple dust prone zones. Stressing the urgency of the situation, the Chief Minister said the funds would be used exclusively for sanitation works and minor road repairs, including pothole filling and patch repairs, to reduce dust generation.
A significant portion of the released amount will be used to clear long pending dues of sanitation and waste management contractors. Officials said payment delays had disrupted garbage collection in many areas, leading to overflowing bins and irregular lifting of waste. The funds will also support garbage clearance in zones where services have been affected due to non operational contractors.
The government has also identified broken roads and potholes as major contributors to dust pollution, especially during dry weather. Repairing damaged stretches, filling potholes, and restoring road surfaces are expected to reduce dust levels and improve commuting conditions for residents.
To prevent future financial shortfalls, the Chief Minister announced that the Delhi government will provide regular annual support of Rs 300 crore to the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for sanitation and waste management operations. This measure is aimed at ensuring uninterrupted services and better long term planning.
Strict instructions have been issued to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of funds. The civic body has been directed to spend the amount only on approved works, submit regular progress reports, and provide utilisation certificates.
Linking sanitation directly to pollution control, the Chief Minister noted that uncollected garbage and poor waste handling significantly add to dust levels in the city. She directed officials to strengthen door to door garbage collection, accelerate procurement of modern sanitation equipment, and expand waste processing capacity. Plans were also outlined to upgrade waste processing facilities, establish new waste to energy plants, and install green waste processing machines in every Assembly constituency.
The funding push is expected to bring relief to residents as the city continues to battle sanitation challenges, poor road conditions, and dust related pollution, particularly in densely populated areas.
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