The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has imposed fines worth Rs 14.10 lakh on 274 people over the past week for breaking rules under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
170 fined for not using dustbins
Data shared by MCG shows that the highest number of fines were issued for not using dustbins. A total of 170 such cases led to penalties of Rs 75,000. In 28 cases of waste burning, fines worth Rs 1.40 lakh were collected. Ten violations linked to construction and demolition work drew fines of Rs 2.60 lakh. Three cases related to dust-causing activities resulted in penalties of Rs 75,000.
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Other violations included nine cases of littering, which led to fines of Rs 45,000. There were also 51 cases of construction work continuing despite restrictions, with fines adding up to Rs 7.90 lakh. In three cases, uncovered construction material was found, leading to fines of Rs 15,000.
Steps taken to control dust and pollution
To reduce dust pollution, MCG is running 18 mechanised road-sweeping machines at night to avoid traffic problems during the day. The civic body has also deployed 10 truck-mounted anti-smog guns and sprinklers to spray treated water on major roads and other areas. Water tankers are being used regularly to help control dust, an MCG spokesperson said.
Officials warn of strict action
MCG Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya said controlling pollution remains a key focus for the civic body. He said all GRAP rules are being enforced strictly and action against violators will continue, the Indian Express reported.
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He also appealed to residents to avoid burning waste, keep construction material covered, and follow civic rules.
Meanwhile, Gurugram Traffic Police issued 1,081 challans between December 14 and 21 for violations of GRAP-4 norms. |
