WasteManagement – MCD Clears Demolition Plan and Expands Scientific Waste Processing
WasteManagement – The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has taken a series of decisions aimed at improving waste management infrastructure and strengthening public health measures across the national capital. During its House meeting on Thursday, the civic body approved proposals related to the removal of unused civic structures while also announcing a major partnership to expand scientific waste processing capacity.
House Approves Removal of Defunct Civic Structures
The MCD approved the demolition of two long-abandoned garbage transfer stations located in the Janakpuri area. In addition, members also gave the green signal to remove an unused public toilet situated at Chhoti Sabzi Mandi in Janakpuri. According to the civic body, these structures have remained out of use for an extended period and their removal is expected to improve the surrounding environment while making better use of public space.
MCD and IOCL Join Hands for Bio-CBG Facilities
A key development from the meeting was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). The agreement focuses on the scientific treatment and disposal of around 800 metric tonnes of freshly generated municipal solid waste every day.
As part of the first phase of the project, two Bio-Compressed Biogas (Bio-CBG) plants will be established with a combined processing capacity of 800 tonnes per day. One facility with a capacity of 500 tonnes per day will be developed on a 10-acre site at Tehkhand, while another plant capable of processing 300 tonnes daily will be constructed on seven acres in Okhla. These units will process segregated organic waste to produce compressed biogas and organic fertiliser, supporting environmentally responsible waste management practices.
Additional Capacity to Reduce Pressure on Landfills
Delhi currently produces nearly 13,500 metric tonnes of municipal solid waste every day. Of this, approximately 7,500 metric tonnes are already processed through four waste-to-energy plants managed by the MCD along with the biogas facility operated by Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL).
Officials believe the upcoming Bio-CBG plants will significantly improve the city’s ability to scientifically process wet waste. The additional treatment capacity is also expected to reduce the amount of garbage transported to landfill sites, contributing to cleaner waste disposal and improved environmental sustainability.
Mayor Issues Directions During Kanwar Yatra
Considering the ongoing Kanwar Yatra, Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi said he has written to the MCD Commissioner seeking immediate action against illegal raw and cooked meat shops operating along Kanwar routes and near temporary camps set up for devotees.
According to the mayor, the move is intended to ensure that the religious sentiments of pilgrims are respected while maintaining a peaceful, safe and convenient atmosphere throughout the annual religious journey.
Public Health Discussion Could Not Take Place
The mayor also stated that the House meeting had included a planned discussion on measures to prevent mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria and chikungunya, along with water-borne illnesses affecting residents across Delhi.
However, he said the scheduled discussion could not proceed because of disruptions during the meeting by AAP councillors. As a result, deliberations on public health preparedness and disease prevention were not completed.
Civic Body Highlights Disease Prevention Measures
Despite the disruption, the mayor acknowledged the ongoing campaigns and preventive initiatives being carried out by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to control vector-borne diseases. He said the civic body has continued implementing public awareness drives, surveillance measures and other health-related interventions across the city.
According to him, these efforts have contributed to a noticeable reduction in dengue cases reported so far this year when compared with previous years, reflecting the impact of sustained preventive action by civic authorities.