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Dehradun's Rivers Choked by Rampant Garbage Dumping
4 Oct
Summary
- Garbage piles up along Bindal and Rispana rivers despite enforcement.
- Residents and traders allegedly dump waste into rivers at night.
- Officials tasked with identifying sites and filing FIRs against offenders.
Garbage continues to accumulate along Dehradun's rivers and streams, with rampant dumping observed at multiple locations. A recent inspection revealed plastic and household waste along the Bindal and Rispana rivers, as well as smaller watercourses. Residents on Kanwali Road and Tilak Nagar allege that traders illegally dispose of waste into the Bindal river after business hours, suggesting fencing could help deter this practice.
The situation remains critical despite directives from the district administration on September 5th. Urban local bodies were instructed to promptly identify unauthorized dumping sites, assign responsibility, and register First Information Reports (FIRs) against offenders. Officials are also considering pilot projects for trash screens to intercept waste before it enters rivers, with a focus on the Rispana. The Municipal Corporation plans to install nets along vulnerable river stretches to restrict access and prevent further dumping.
