In a strong signal of zero tolerance toward civic negligence, Delhi’s newly appointed Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Commissioner Sanjeev Khirwar has ordered daily sanitation inspections across all zones of the capital, barely days after assuming office. The move is aimed at fixing long-standing cleanliness issues and improving accountability within the municipal system.
Khirwar, who took charge on January 22, 2026, has made it clear that routine paperwork will no longer substitute ground-level action. Senior municipal officials have been instructed to step out of offices and conduct daily field inspections to ensure civic services are delivered efficiently.
Wide-Ranging Monitoring of Sanitation Services
The daily inspection drive will cover almost every aspect of MCD’s sanitation responsibilities. These include road sweeping, door-to-door garbage collection, transportation and disposal of waste, drain cleaning, removal of garbage hotspots, and the maintenance of public toilets.
Officials said the goal is not only to identify problems early but also to ensure on-the-spot resolution, rather than delayed corrective action that often leads to public complaints and worsening conditions.
Weekly Reporting and Clear Accountability
Under the new directive, additional commissioners, zonal deputy commissioners, and department heads are required to share weekly inspection plans and reports through official communication channels. Any lapse noticed during inspections must be addressed immediately, with responsibility fixed at the concerned level.
The commissioner has stressed that excuses and delays will not be entertained, and repeated failures could invite disciplinary action.
Surprise Checks to Keep Officials Alert
To reinforce seriousness, Khirwar has announced that he will personally conduct unannounced surprise inspections across different parts of Delhi. These surprise visits are expected to keep officials alert and prevent cosmetic or temporary clean-up efforts ahead of scheduled checks.
According to senior officials, the commissioner has warned that negligence, poor supervision, or false reporting will lead to strict action, including departmental proceedings where required.
Focus on Public Trust and City Image
The renewed push for sanitation comes at a time when Delhi continues to struggle with overflowing drains, garbage piles, and complaints over inconsistent waste management. Civic experts believe daily inspections could significantly improve service delivery if followed up with real enforcement.
Residents and RWAs have welcomed the move, hoping that consistent monitoring will translate into cleaner streets, better waste handling, and improved public health.
With this directive, the new MCD leadership has set a firm tone—one that prioritises visibility, accountability, and results over routine file movement.
