1 month ago
Jantar Mantar Protests Generate Massive Waste
There is a big protest happening at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
Lots of people are gathering there every day, which means there is a lot of trash being left behind.
The city's cleaning department, NDMC, is trying to manage the waste, but it's a big challenge.
They have more workers and special machines to help, but sometimes they can't get permission to clean the area.
Some protesters and volunteers are also helping to keep the place clean.
There are also health problems like headaches and sore throats because so many people are crowded together.
Some people are even collecting trash to sell it for money.
It's a big mess, but everyone is trying to help.
Jantar Mantar protest site generates 15,000 kg of waste daily.
NDMC has deployed extra workers and equipment to manage the waste.
Protesters and volunteers are helping to keep the area clean.
Health issues like headaches, sore throats, and viral infections are reported due to overcrowding.
Waste collectors are gathering discarded plastic bottles to sell for money.
- Who
- Protesters, NDMC officials, volunteers, and waste collectors
- What
- Massive waste generation and health issues at Jantar Mantar protest site
- Where
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- When
- Ongoing
- Why
- Large crowds gathering for protests leading to increased waste and health concerns
Protesters and Volunteers
NDMC Officials
Waste Management
Protesters and Volunteers
Protesters and volunteers are taking initiative to keep the area clean by collecting waste and coordinating with authorities.
NDMC Officials
NDMC officials state they need police permission to enter the area and clear waste, which can delay the process.
Key facts
- Location
- Jantar Mantar, New Delhi
- Daily Waste
- 15,000 kg
- Waste Management Protocol
- No standard protocol for gatherings over 5,000 people
- Cleaning Shifts
- Morning: 50 workers, Afternoon: 15 workers, Evening: 20 workers
- Health Issues
- Headaches, sore throats, viral infections, dehydration, hypertension
Quotes
Amaldeep Singh
25‑year‑old protester traveling from Punjab
“This is seva (service). When I came here last night, I saw some children clearing waste. I thought why can’t I do this too? Whatever I collect, I put it near the barricade opposite McDonald’s”
indianexpress.com
“There is no standard waste management protocol when more than 5,000 people gather every day”
indianexpress.com
Amritpal Singh
Volunteer for Five River Heart organisation
“Dehydration and hypertension are a few of the conditions we are fighting. The overcrowding and people sleeping out in the open doesn’t help either. It is one of the major reasons why the infections are spreading”
indianexpress.com







