Archive · 23 May 2025
MCG Waste Collection Plan Delayed by Rule Revisions
Imagine the city is like a big house, and the waste collection company is supposed to take out the trash.
The government changed the rules for this company, like how long they can work and what they need to do to get the job.
Because of these new rules, the city has to find a new trash collector, but it's taking longer than expected.
The old trash collectors are leaving soon, so the city needs a temporary plan to avoid trash piling up on the streets.
Residents are worried about this delay, as they want their waste collected regularly.
MCG's waste collection plan is delayed due to revised guidelines.
The Haryana government reduced contract duration from seven to five years.
Eligibility criteria for private firms are being modified.
Current waste collection contract ends on June 18, requiring temporary measures.
Residents express concern over the delay impacting waste management.
- Who
- MCG, ULB department, private waste collection firms, and residents.
- What
- Delay in securing a private firm for door-to-door waste collection.
- When
- The process is delayed; current contract ends June 18.
- Where
- Gurgaon
- Why
- Due to revised guidelines from the ULB department.
- Location
- Gurgaon
- Revised contract duration
- Five years
- Current contract end date
- June 18
- Fine levied against current contractor
- Rs 10 crore
- Service affected
- Door-to-door waste collection