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Mumbai BMC Requires Real-Time Tracking of Construction Waste

Representative AI image MUMBAI: In light of increasing redevelopment-driven construction in the city, the BMC has established a standard operating procedure (SOP) to manage construction and demolition (C&D) waste effectively. According to the circular, all developers, contractors, infrastructure agencies, and government bodies must segregate waste at its source into two distinct categories: excavation material and construction debris. Penalties for non-compliance can reach Rs 25,000 per vehicle per incident, with stricter consequences for repeat offenders. Excavation material includes soil, murum (crushed rock), and earth, while C&D waste encompasses debris produced from construction and demolition activities. Mixing these categories is strictly prohibited,…

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Cyberabad commissioner urges builders to enforce site safety

HYDERABAD: G. Srijana, the commissioner of the Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC), has called on builders and developers to strictly comply with construction standards, environmental guidelines, and legal requirements for all active and future projects. During a meeting with representatives from CREDAI, NAREDCO, and the Telangana Developers Association, the commissioner emphasized the need for proper safety measures at construction sites to ensure the protection of workers and the public. She also highlighted the necessity of controlling dust and air pollution through effective mitigation strategies. The commissioner stated that Partial Occupancy Certificates (OCs) should only be pursued once construction aligns strictly with…

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Pune fines developer for dumping debris on riverbed

PUNE: The civic body has imposed a fine of ₹10 lakh on a private developer for allegedly dumping waste on the riverbed near Deccan. “The civic administration directed the Slum Rehabilitation Authority to take further action. A stop-work order should be issued for the construction project from which the debris was collected, and the site has been sealed,” noted a senior PMC official. “We will pursue criminal charges against those responsible for this illegal dumping. Monitoring efforts will be increased,” stated Avinash Sakpal, head of Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)’s solid waste management department. PMC Commissioner Naval Kishore Ram mentioned, “The…

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Three New Plants Coming to Combat Construction Waste in Gurugram

Representative image created by AI GURUGRAM: The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) is set to establish three facilities for processing construction and demolition (C&D) waste throughout the city. A senior MCG official stated, “Discussions have begun, and we aim to have these plants operational before the next monsoon season.” A major facility with a capacity of 2,000 tonnes per day (TPD) is proposed near the Global City project. The second facility will be located at the Bandhwari landfill site, which currently holds about 12 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of legacy waste, and will have a capacity of 400-500 TPD. The…

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Madurai Launches Action Against Construction Dust Violations

Representative image created by AI MADURAI: In response to increasing complaints regarding dust and debris from construction sites, the Madurai corporation has ordered builders to use green safety nets to cover active construction areas and vehicles transporting materials. The civic body cautioned that uncovered construction sites and demolition projects pose significant environmental risks, jeopardize public safety, and disrupt traffic. Those who violate these regulations could face fines and legal repercussions. Corporation commissioner Chitra Vijayan informed TOI that enforcement of fines would begin due to the growing number of complaints. Despite these initiatives, the city’s efforts in managing construction and demolition…