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5,500 Ahmedabad Units Identified as Bulk Waste Generators

Representative image AHMEDABAD: The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has commenced rigorous enforcement of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2026 for bulk waste generators across all city zones and wards, aligning with the Centre’s regulations and directives from the Supreme Court. A civic survey has identified 5,500 residential societies, commercial complexes, and other large units in the initial phase as bulk waste generators, with that number anticipated to rise. Under the new rules, any unit with a built-up area of 20,000 sq m or more, daily water usage of 40,000 litres or more, or daily solid waste generation of over 100 kg…

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Sort waste at home for 10% property tax rebate: Ghaziabad

GHAZIABAD: Responding to protests regarding property tax after a recent ruling from the Allahabad High Court, the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC) has introduced a series of rebates to alleviate the burden on its residents. During a board meeting on Saturday, GMC members approved a 10% property tax rebate for housing societies, institutions, and residents who segregate their waste at the source. This decision aligns with the implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026, effective from April 1. Municipal commissioner Vikramaditya Malik Singh stated that the civic body currently offers a 20% rebate for timely tax payments. Furthermore, additional rebates…