Meghalaya: East Khasi Hills DC launches Waste Management programme

On the occasion of 151st birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Isawanda Laloo launched project for Waste Management and Maintenance of Cleanliness in Khyndailad.

Present on the occasion, were Director of Urban Affairs, G Kharmawphlang who graced the function as the Guest of Honour and B S Sohliya, Secretary Meghalaya Urban Development Authority, Shillong and CEO, Shillong Municipal Board.

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The programme was organized by Meghalaya Urban Development Authority in collaboration with the Shillong Municipal Board and the office of the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills, with the participation of Police Bazar Welfare Group.The aim of the Waste Management and Maintenance of Cleanliness project in Khyndailad which will be facilitated by the Shillong Municipal Board is to create a model area with best practices in waste management through segregation and storage of waste at source and proper disposal in collection vehicles.

The project also aims to control littering and dumping through voluntary monitoring by the shopkeepers and residents.Speaking on the occasion, Isawanda Laloo lauded the vision of the Shillong Municipal Board in creating a long term sustainable plan to ensure the cleanliness of the heart of the city, Police Bazar.Adding that it was the duty of all stakeholders to maintain its aesthetic beauty, she called upon the joint cooperation of all to ensure that the goals of the Waste Management and Maintenance of Cleanliness of Khyndialad, is achieved.

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