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Gurugram Road Choked by Stinking Garbage Mountains
11 Sep
Summary
- Solid waste and construction debris create foul odors and traffic jams.
- Trucks illegally dump waste, blocking lanes and reducing visibility.
- Authorities promise action but acknowledge temporary collection points.
The Southern Peripheral Road in Gurugram has become a severe traffic hazard and source of foul odor due to the dumping of solid municipal waste and construction debris. This arterial road, vital for thousands of daily commuters, is increasingly being used as an informal dumping ground. Mounds of untreated garbage and rubble spill onto the roadside, with waste-loaded trucks further exacerbating traffic bottlenecks.
The stench is described as nauseating, particularly in the afternoon heat, and loose dust from the debris reduces visibility on the high-speed road. While some individuals claim the site was designated as a temporary collection point by the Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG), the lack of proper containment and sanitation is evident. Authorities have dispatched teams to inspect the stretch and have removed illegally parked trucks, promising strict action against offenders.
Failure to manage waste according to Solid Waste Management Rules can expose the civic body to environmental inspections, penalties, and scrutiny from regulatory bodies and the National Green Tribunal. The traffic police were reportedly unaware of the dumping until alerted and have deployed personnel to prevent recurrence.
