Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Construction Waste Piling Up in New Town Fields
In New Town, there's a big problem with construction waste being dumped in fields near two housing complexes, Greenwood Elements and Greenwood Ambition.
The waste, called bentonite clay slurry, is used in building foundations but is being dumped illegally.
This is making the area look like a wasteland and is causing environmental problems.
The waste is clogging up the soil, which means rainwater can't soak in and might cause flooding.
It's also making the air dirty and is bad for people's health.
The residents have been complaining to the authorities, but not much has been done.
They even caught a truck dumping waste and reported it to the police.
The construction company says they didn't know about the illegal dumping, but the residents and experts say it's their responsibility.
The authorities say they will take action if they find proof that the construction company is involved.
Construction waste is being illegally dumped in fields near Greenwood Elements and Greenwood Ambition housing complexes in New Town.
The waste, bentonite clay slurry, is used in building foundations but is being dumped illegally, causing environmental degradation.
Residents have complained to authorities and even caught a truck dumping waste, but the problem persists.
The construction company, SS Piles, claims they didn't know about the illegal dumping, but residents and experts say it's their responsibility.
The waste is clogging up the soil, preventing rainwater from percolating, and potentially causing air pollution and health issues.
- Who
- Residents of Greenwood Elements and Greenwood Ambition, construction company SS Piles, NKDA authorities
- What
- Illegal dumping of construction waste (bentonite clay slurry) in New Town fields
- When
- Ongoing for several months, with recent increase in dumping
- Where
- Action Area II, New Town, near Greenwood Elements and Greenwood Ambition housing complexes
- Why
- Construction companies dumping waste to save transportation costs, despite it being illegal and environmentally harmful
- Location
- Action Area II, New Town
- Affected Complexes
- Greenwood Elements and Greenwood Ambition
- Construction Project
- Salarpuria Inspire/Imagine
- Responsible Company
- SS Piles
- Fine for Illegal Dumping
- Rs 2,500
- Duration of Construction Work
- September to mid-February
- Material Dumped
- Bentonite clay slurry
- Impact on Environment
- Loss of soil percolation capacity, potential air pollution